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Niigata Prefectural Museum of History (新潟県立歴史博物館)

Flow of the course

Previous stop: Leisurely savor the specialty soy sauce red rice and bamboo leaf dumplings at a traditional sweet shop

About 30 min from the previous stop

About 90 min here

About this spot

A prefectural museum featuring Jomon culture and snowy country living. The Jomon exhibits are breathtaking, with outstanding examples of Flame-form Dogū (火焔型土器) displayed in abundance. A full-scale diorama of the Takata Yanagi Passage (雁木通り) from the snowy Takada region and a nostalgic Showa-era shopping street are equally impressive. Walking through this museum, you can reflect on Niigata's landscape—shaped by fermentation and food culture—while layering it upon the memories of your journey through Settaya. A perfect conclusion to your day.

Tips

Admission to the permanent exhibits is 520 yen for adults. The museum is fully barrier-free with ample free parking. Those wanting an in-depth experience should allow at least 1 hour for the Jomon zone. Verify opening dates in advance as the museum is typically closed Mondays.