Yabuhara, Kiso Village, Kiso District, Nagano Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥500
The Kiso Village Local Museum in Nagano Prefecture offers a glimpse into the region's history and craftsmanship. Located in Yabuhara Village, a 5-minute walk from Yabuhara Station on the JR Chuo Main Line, the museum is accessible from the Shiojiri IC (40 minutes) and Nakatsugawa IC (90 minutes). The museum showcases the production of O-Roku combs, a traditional craft of Nagano, with displays and demonstrations. Visitors can also view valuable materials related to the Yabuhara Festival and learn about the lives of the people of Kiso Village. Nearby, discover a train car from the forest railway at the Chamber of Commerce and a D51 steam locomotive south of the Village Center.