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Iwate · Permanent cultural facility

Morioka History and Culture Museum

Explore Morioka's castle town and the Nanbu family, then discover Sansa Odori, Chagu Chagu Umakko and festival floats in the permanent festival galleries.

What to see

JR Morioka Station, East Exit → your visit

  1. Take an Iwate Kenkotsu or Iwate Kenpoku bus bound for Morioka Bus Center (about 10 minutes).
  2. Get off at Kencho/Shiyakusho-mae and walk about 4 minutes.
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Closures & important conditions

Third Tuesday of each month (following day if a holiday), 31 December–1 January.

Closure information reviewed: 2026-11-06. Check last-minute changes.

Plan your visit

Checked: 2026-10-31 · a facility guide, not a dated festival listing

Hours & admission arrangements

April–October 09:00–19:00; November–March 09:00–18:00. Last admission 30 minutes before closing.

Advance-booking requirements for general visits have not been confirmed.

What still needs checking
  • Temporary exhibitions on the visit date
  • Reservation requirements for visits and activities
  • 2027 festival dates
Official sources & photographs

Access to individual areas, exhibits and activities can vary by day.

Photo pending · View official photos ↗

Official visitor information ↗