333-1 Ihara-cho, Ihara City, Okayama Prefecture
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¥500
The Ihara City Cultural Heritage Center, also known as the Ancient Mahoroba Hall, is dedicated to preserving, researching, exhibiting, and storing cultural properties unearthed within Ihara City. A highlight is the display of restored bronze bells (dotaku) and a model of a bronze bell burial ritual at the entrance, reflecting the three dotaku discovered in the city. The center offers various programs, including cultural property tours, lectures, and hands-on workshops, making it an engaging learning facility for those interested in local history and archaeology. Located at 333-1 Iharacho, Ihara City, Okayama Prefecture, it's a 20-minute drive from Kasaoka IC on the Sanyo Expressway and a 10-minute walk from Ihara Station on the Ibara Railway. Perfect for history enthusiasts and families looking for an educational experience.