2602-2, Hiji, Hayami District, Oita Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥500
Discover the history of Hiji at the Hiji Town Historical Museum, located on the former site of the Banri Library. The museum features the Hoashi Banri Memorial Hall, dedicated to the town's notable figure, Hoashi Banri, a scholar of the late Edo period. Explore exhibits showcasing approximately 50 historical artifacts, including manuscripts by Hoashi Banri and items excavated from the Souzudai archaeological site, dating back to the Jomon period. The museum is easily accessible, just a 5-minute drive from Hiji IC. Open daily (except Mondays, or the following day if Monday is a holiday) from 9:00 to 17:00, it's a great place to delve into the local history.