Oshu City Archaeological Research Center

A historical museum that showcases the culture of Ezo (pre-modern Northern Japan) and exhibits buried cultural properties excavated from Oshu City. It's on Prefectural Road 270, a five-minute drive from Mizusawa Interchange on the Tohoku Expressway. Isawa Castle Ruins Historical Park is right in front. Displays focus on the way of life of the Ezo culture during ancient times. It has anime screenings about Ezo leaders known as Aterui that even children can understand. There are also hands-on classes making clay figurines, Jomon period accessories, and more. It's an accessible way to learn about the world of archaeology and ancient history.

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Oshu City Archaeological Research Center

Address: Iwate Oshu-shi Map
Area: Hiraizumi / Oshu / Ichinoseki Area
Phone: 0197224400
Hours: 9:00-16:30(Last entry16:00)
Closed: Tuesday, New Year's holiday
Fees: [Admission fee] 300yen, High school students Free
*Half price for groups of 15 or more
Parking Lot: Available(30spaces)
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Not available
Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day: Yes
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available