Ryokan Memorial Museum (良寛記念館)

Flow of the course

About this spot

A museum displaying calligraphy and materials relating to Ryokan (良寛), the Edo-period Zen monk and poet who came from Izumozaki Town (出雲崎町). It stands on high ground overlooking the sea, and from the viewing area beyond the exhibition rooms the Sea of Japan (日本海) sweeps right around you. Seeing from the high ground the water you are about to swim in sharpens anticipation for the afternoon at the beach. The halls are air-conditioned, which also suits a break out of the summer sun.

Tips

About 15 minutes by car north from Nishiyama Furusato Koen (西山ふるさと公苑). The viewing area gets strong sun, so a hat is reassuring. The interior is laid out to be stroller-friendly.

Best time to visit

About 45 minutes. Earlier in the morning you are less likely to overlap with tour coaches and can view in peace

Access & map

〒949-4342 1 Yoneda, Izumozaki Town, Santo District, Niigata Prefecture (新潟県三島郡出雲崎町米田1)