Best Museums Spot List

Showcases the culture of northern tribes in expert detail

Passing down Ainu lifestyle and culture

A world of mystery and illusion

The curious silhouette of this church draws the attention of passersby

All sorts of history-rich trains on display

Buildings that saw actual usage offer a unique historical experience

Discover the history of a beer dating back to Hokkaido's frontier age

Includes a wide-angle observation deck to enjoy

This museum was once a ferry that connected Japan's main island to Hokkaido

A modern art museum to the south of Goryokaku

An art museum with exhibits and concerts

Chock-full of discoveries about northern peoples

Exhibits include animal specimens and artifacts; this is only place you can see a stuffed Ezo (Hokkaido) wolf

The largest collection of art pieces in Hokkaido

Showcases the bountiful nature in and around Lake Akan

Reproduces the streets of Fukagawa Saga-cho in the Edo Period so visitors can see the scene and lifestyle of that period.

A museum that illustrates the tradition, culture and origin of ”The Namahage of Oga,” passed down for generations on the Oga Peninsula.

Founded by Kunio Kobayashi, the notable bonsai (potted plant) creator. Artistic bonsai are in line with each other at the Japanese garden. You can also purchase some of them.

This is a museum built on the site where the Kawagoe Castle used to stand. Through various exhibitions, the museum explains how the people in the castle town lived.

It is a historical museum where you can learn about the Chiba clan, who made the foundation and historical contribution to Chiba City. From the observation deck, you can see a magnificent view of Chiba City.