Shinhidaka Ainu Museum

The Shinhidaka Ainu Museum displays traditional clothing, tools, and everyday items used by the indigenous Ainu people of northern Japan through extensive exhibits.

The museum, established in 1983 as Shizunai Ainu Museum, underwent a name change following the 2006 merger of Mitsuishi and Shizunai towns into Shinhidaka.

The exhibits feature explanatory panels in the Ainu language, presenting artifacts such as swords, iron vessels, and materials from local archaeological excavations.

Located at 7-1 Shizunaimauta in Shinhidaka, Hokkaido, the museum maintains connections with the Japanese Liaison Council of History and Folk Museums.

The museum houses a Municipal Cultural Property designated Ezo wolf skull and contains exhibits about Shakushain's 1669 revolt over Shizunai River fishing rights.

Location: Shinhidaka

Inception: 1983

Address: 北海道日高郡新ひだか町静内真歌7-1

Website: http://shinhidaka-hokkaido.jp

GPS coordinates: 42.33031,142.37681

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:04