Hakodate Jomon Culture Center (National Treasure: Hollow Clay Figurine)
A sacred encounter with an ancient masterpiece
Discover the Hakodate Jomon Culture Center, a one-of-a-kind destination where visitors can come face-to-face with a National Treasure and experience the refined aesthetics of the Jomon Period. Surrounded by the lush landscapes of Minami-Kayabe, the center serves as a gateway into the lives and spirit of a culture that flourished for over 10,000 years in harmony with nature.
The highlight of the exhibition is the “Chuku-Dogu,” a hollow clay figurine accidentally discovered in 1975. Standing 41.5 cm tall and believed to be around 3,500 years old, its softly rounded form is decorated with intricate geometric patterns. Created using remarkably advanced techniques that achieved walls only a few millimeters thick, the figurine radiates a quiet, timeless presence that draws visitors into a contemplative state beyond everyday perception.
Adjacent to the facility is “Michi-no-Eki Jomon Roman Minami-Kayabe,” making it a rare place where a National Treasure can be appreciated alongside a relaxing travel stop. In the hands-on workshop, visitors can connect with ancient ingenuity through the cool texture of clay and the rhythmic process of weaving hemp fibers. From crafting magatama beads to shaping miniature pottery, each experience offers a moment to let imagination drift back to life in the distant past.
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- Category
- With friends
- World Heritage sites, Jomon culture, Ainu culture
- Museums, science museums, art galleries, archives
- History, culture, art
- Shopping
- Solo trip
- Guys' trip
- Couple
- Family
- Travel style
- Michi-no-eki (roadside stations), tourist product centers
- Souvenirs
- Parks, green spaces, multipurpose facilities
- Theme parks, tourist facilities
- Travel Inspiration
- Have fun with the kids
- Ideas for a rainy day
- Adventure Travel
- Nearest airports
General Information
- Postal code
- 〒041-1613
- Address
- 北海道函館市臼尻町551-1
- Telephone Number
- 0138-25-2030
- Open
- 9:00-17:00 (Apr.-Oct.)
9:00-16:30 (Nov.-Mar.) - Closed
- Mondays (or the following day if Monday is a holiday), the last Friday of every month, and the year-end and New Year holidays
- Prices
- Paid
- Car Park
- 33 spaces, free
- Directions
- ●By car: About 40 minutes from Hakodate Airport
●By car: About 60 minutes from JR Hakodate Station - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
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