Hoshikuzuno Satotakayama Kokuyoseki Taiken Museum: Journey to the Obsidian Age
Explore the ancient world of obsidian at Nagano's Hoshikuzuno Museum: Discover Stone Age tools and craft your own obsidian treasures.
Delve into the world of obsidian at the Hoshikuzuno Satotakayama Kokuyoseki Taiken Museum in Nagawa, Nagano. Explore exhibits showcasing obsidian tools and artifacts from the Paleolithic and Jomon periods, and even try your hand at crafting your own obsidian accessories.
A brief summary to Hoshikuzuno Satotakayama Kokuyoseki Taiken Museum
- 3670-3 Daimon, Nagawa, Daimon, Chiisagata District, Nagano, 386-0601, JP
- +81268-41-8050
- Visit website
- Tuesday 9 am-4:30 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-4:30 pm
- Thursday 9 am-4:30 pm
- Friday 9 am-4:30 pm
- Saturday 9 am-4:30 pm
- Sunday 9 am-4:30 pm
Local tips
- Check the bus schedule in advance if using public transportation, as services may vary.
- Participate in a hands-on workshop to make stone tools or traditional magatama jewels for a unique experience.
- Visit the Hoshikuso Pass obsidian mine ruins, a National Historic Site, to see where the obsidian was mined.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Matsumoto Station, take the local bus to Nagawa. The bus ride takes approximately 40 minutes. Get off at the Daimon stop, from which it is a 15-minute walk to the museum. Bus schedules should be checked in advance.
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Car
From the center of Osumi, head northwest on Route 220. Follow Route 220 for approximately 30 kilometers until the intersection with Route 39. Turn right onto Route 39 and continue for about 15 kilometers. Turn left onto Route 376 and follow it for 10 kilometers. The museum will be on the right. Parking is available at the museum.
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Taxi
Taxis are available in Nagano. A taxi ride from Chino Station to the museum is approximately one hour. Taxi fares in Nagano start at ¥700, with an additional ¥320 per kilometer. A 5km ride in Nagano costs approximately ¥2300.
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