9-9 Kamisuwa, Tsubame City, Niigata Prefecture (5-minute walk from JR Bunsui Station)
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Cost per person
¥500
The Tsubame City Bunsui Ryokan Museum, located a 5-minute walk from JR Bunsui Station, is dedicated to the life and works of Ryokan, a Zen monk celebrated for his love of nature, people, and the arts. The museum showcases Ryokan's calligraphy, poetry, and related materials, including notable pieces from the collections of the Kaira and Abe families. Visitors can also explore exhibits on local history, including artifacts from the Jomon period and displays about the "Shinjusan" eye medicine and the Yokota flood disaster. The museum provides insight into the history of Bunsui and Ryokan's contributions to Japanese art and culture. Open from 9 AM to 4:30 PM, it's an ideal destination for those interested in local history and Ryokan's artistic legacy.
Telephone: 0256-97-2428. Website: Tsubame City Bunsui Ryokan Museum