Tenryo Hita Museum: Echoes of Edo Period Commerce
Explore Hita's prosperous past at this museum dedicated to the Edo period's merchant culture in a preserved historic district.
The Tenryo Hita Museum, located in the historic Mamedamachi district, showcases the rich history and merchant culture of Hita during the Edo period when it was under the direct control of the shogunate. Through artifacts, ancient texts, and paintings, visitors can experience Hita's vibrant past as a center of commerce and culture.
A brief summary to Tenryo Hita Museum
- 11-7 Mamedamachi, Hita, Mamedamachi, Oita, 877-0005, JP
- +81973-24-6517
- Visit website
Local tips
- Combine your visit with a stroll through the Mamedamachi district to fully appreciate the atmosphere of the Edo period.
- Check for special exhibitions in the spring and autumn for unique insights into Hita's history.
- Visit nearby Kusano Honke, the oldest merchant residence in Oita Prefecture, for a glimpse into the lives of wealthy merchants.
Getting There
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Walking
From JR Hita Station, the Tenryo Hita Museum is approximately a 15-minute walk. Head north from the station towards Mamedamachi. As you enter the historic district, the museum will be on your left, next to Kusano Honke.
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Public Transport
From Hita Station, take an Oita Bus Line heading towards Mamedamachi or Hita City Center. The fare is around ¥200-¥300. Get off at the Mamedamachi bus stop, and the museum is a short walk away.
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Taxi
Taxis are available at JR Hita Station. A taxi ride to the Tenryo Hita Museum in Mamedamachi will cost approximately ¥1,000-¥1,500, depending on traffic.
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Parking
If driving, head towards the center of Hita city and input 'Mamedamachi, Hita, Oita 877-0005' into your GPS. Several parking facilities are available in the vicinity. Mamedamachi Uwamachi Dori Parking is close by. Parking fees typically range from ¥200-¥300 per hour. Good Parking Kusano Honke is also nearby.
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