623-1 Shimakazebe, Maniwa, Okayama Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥1,000
Discover the Hokubo Furusato Center, a museum showcasing the history and folklore of the Hokubo region. Located a convenient 10-minute drive from the Hokubo IC on the Chugoku Expressway, this cultural center features artifacts excavated from the Otani No. 1 Tumulus, a nationally designated historic site. Admire the "Twin Dragon Ring Pommel Sword" and exquisite Japanese swords crafted by the Kunishige school of swordsmiths during the medieval period. You'll also find exhibits on local folk tools and agricultural implements. Please note that the center is closed on Sundays. A visit is best enjoyed during the afternoon.