Namahage Museum
Why does the Namahage legend remain in this land of Oga? Numerous precious documents filled with memories are exhibited. In addition, 150 Namahage masks, each with delicate differences, are displayed. The masks and costumes from different regions on display together are definitely worth seeing.
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More Information about Namahage Museum
Street address
- Aza Mizukuisawa, Kitaurashinzan, Oga City, Akita
About AKITA
Access
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- Take train to Hadachi Station on the JR Oga Line. Take taxi for 15 min.
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Opening Hours
- 8:30-17:00
Closed
- Open every day
Best season
- All year
Point
- Traditional Namahage customs can be experienced at the Oga Shinzan Folklore Museum adjacent to the Namahage Museum. It is recommended to be visited together with the Namahage Museum.
update: Sep.3.2024
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