Hokkaido Museum
Journey into Hokkaido’s Rich Human and Natural History
At the Hokkaido Museum, there’s something new to discover around every corner. Showcasing the island’s multifaceted history, culture, and natural environment, this site has plenty to offer visitors regardless of their interests. The museum spotlights Hokkaido as not only the north of Japan but as part of Northeast Asia. By taking a broader continental approach, visitors can explore the connections between the island and the outside world. The Hokkaido Museum reminds us of the deep relationship between human activity and the natural environment they inhabit. While at the museum, make sure to explore the impressive collection related to the indigenous Ainu peoples. Learn about Ainu history and culture up to the present day through a variety of interactive displays and dioramas certain to delight young and old!
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- With friends
- Museums, science museums, art galleries, archives
- History, culture, art
- Solo trip
- Couple
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General Information
- Postal code
- 〒004-0006
- Address
- 北海道札幌市厚別区厚別町小野幌53-2
- Telephone Number
- 011-898-0466
- Open
- May-September 9:30-17:00 (admission by 16:30)
October - April: 9:30 - 16:30 (admission until 16:00) - Closed
- Every Monday (the following weekday if Monday is a holiday or substitute holiday)
New Year holiday (Dec. 29 to Jan. 3)
There may be other special museum closures - Prices
- Paid
*Free for elementary and junior high school students
*Free of charge for persons 65 years old and over and persons with disabilities (certificate required)
*Annual passports and other special tickets are available.
*Special exhibitions are charged separately. - Car Park
- Free
Please use the Hokkaido Museum parking lot. - Directions
- ●By bus: About 15 minutes from Shin-Sapporo Subway Station / JR Shin-Sapporo Station and get off at "Hokkaido Museum"
●By bus: About 10 minutes from JR Shinrin-Koen Station, get off at "Hokkaido Museum"
●On foot: About 25 minutes on foot from JR Shinrin-Koen Station - Website
- Remarks
- *There is a café and museum store on the 1st floor.
*Various events are held throughout the year! For more information, visit the official website.
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
