Korekawa Archaeological Institution

The Korekawa Archaeological Institution is a museum in Hachinohe that displays finds from nearby excavation sites, including tools, pottery, and figurines from the Jomon period. The building houses objects that provide insight into how this area was settled thousands of years ago.

The Korekawa site contains settlement remains several thousand years old that document the earliest human activity in this region. Archaeological work there has revealed significant information about the prehistoric societies of that era.

The collection reflects how people lived during the Jomon period, showing their skills in making pottery, tools, and art. Visitors can see objects that reveal the daily routines and creative abilities of the earliest inhabitants of this region.

The museum is easy to reach and offers a manageable collection that can be viewed in a single visit. Visitors can explore the displays at their own pace and learn more about the Jomon period.

The museum preserves rare lacquered wooden pieces that show the people of that time already mastered advanced craft techniques. These red objects made of wood have survived thousands of years and provide insight into the artistic methods of the era.

Location: Korekawa

Official opening: July 10, 2011

Operator: 八戸市

Address: 青森県八戸市大字是川字横山1

Website: https://korekawa-jomon.jp

GPS coordinates: 40.47556,141.48844

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:46