Nitay-To Shibecha Museum
A Tribute to Ainu Culture and Eastern Hokkaido’s Natural Beauty
Located on the shore of Lake Toro, the Nitay To (“Forest Lake” in the Ainu language) Shibecha Museum chronicles the history of the area’s indigenous Ainu people and their connection to the culture of the greater Okhotsk region. In particular, be sure to check out the detailed and fascinating displays on ritual and prayer among the Ainu. At this museum, you can also learn about the plants and wildlife unique to this region, including a collection of over 4000 species of insects and a bird-watching diorama that changes seasonally. With all this and more, you can easily spend a leisurely afternoon exploring local history and nature in this bright, open museum!
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General Information
- Address
- 北海道標茶町塘路原野北8線58-9
- Telephone Number
- 015ｰ487ｰ2332
- Open
- 9:30-16:30
- Closed
- Mondays, New Year holidays
*No closing days from Jul. to Aug. - Prices
- paid
- Directions
- ●On foot: About 15 minutes from JR Toro Station
●By car: About 35 minutes from JR Kushiro Station - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
