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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
- Morioka Castle, its castle town and the Nanbu family
- Festival films, a Chagu Chagu Umakko horse display and a reconstructed festival float
JR Morioka Station, East Exit → your visit
- Take an Iwate Kenkotsu or Iwate Kenpoku bus bound for Morioka Bus Center (about 10 minutes).
- Get off at Kencho/Shiyakusho-mae and walk about 4 minutes.
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 ↗