Announcements

April, 2018

04/15/2018: Edo-Ya

Edo-Ya is the only place in Hokkaido you can try painting Edo “Koma” tops and kokeshi doll keyrings. Come and make your own souvenirs to commemorate your journey back in time! Traditional kokeshi dolls and tops are available for purchase. Check the examples painted by visitors ≫　Kokeshi Gallery
04/09/2018: Katakura Residence

This is a recreation of the residence of Katakura Kojuro, strategist for Date Masamune’s army. Come see the elegant Japanese garden and more. There’s also a pine tree with the legend that those who take a picture with it will find wealth!
04/10/2018: Studio

In the summer of 2016, we opened a genuine historical drama studio film set in the Katakura Residence! Visitors can observe filming, and when the studio isn’t in use, they can go on set and take pictures to remember the day! *Inside the Katakura Residence
04/10/2018: Katana Museum

This exhibition offers clear explanations of how katana were made, and how they changed through the ages. There’s a recreated katana craftsman’s (or Kanuchi) workshop on display, as well. *Inside the Katakura Residence
04/09/2018: Ninja Resource Center

Ninjas were military units that worked to aid the Daimyo lords from the Sengoku to the Edo periods. The tools such as swords, shurikens, and makibishi that they actually used are reproduced and exhibited here.
04/09/2018: Katakura History Museum

Noboribetsu, now known nationwide as a popular onsen area, was developed in the Meiji period by the descendants of Kojuro Katakura, known as Date Masamune’s right hand. That long, difficult history is made visible here.
04/09/2018: Fire Watchtower

This tall, imposing fire watchtower is the symbol of our Edo town. In spring of 2016, the 2nd floor area was opened to the public as a viewing platform. With a view of the town center from 7 meters in the air, this is a perfect picture spot.
04/09/2018: Nagaya

This popluar “Kumasanya” is a back-street nagaya house filled with older town residents. This is a perfect recreation of life in standard commoner housing of the time.
04/09/2018: Fukutoku-Ya

In addition to long-loved “Nyanmage” goods, there are Sengoku Samurai items, Shinsengumi replica swords and Japanese accessories, ninja goods and other items special to Jidaimura.
04/09/2018: Nanamangoku

With all kinds of treats you can only get at Jidaimura, they offer Nyanmage Cookies and Nyanmage Mushikintsuba steamed sweets etc.