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Kanie Town Museum of History and Folklore (蟹江町歴史民俗資料館)

Flow of the course

Previous stop: Visit the ancient shrine also known for the Tsushima Tenno Festival, one of Japan's three great river festivals

About 35 min from the previous stop

About 40 min here

About 15 min to the next stop

Next stop: Take a leisurely stroll along the riverside of Kanie, once known as a water town

About this spot

This museum traces the history of Kanie Town, located at the downstream end of the Kiso Three Rivers and long connected to water transport and flood control. It also displays materials related to the town's life as it flourished as a water town, as well as the region's festival culture, including the Suenari Festival, deepening your understanding of the festival venue you'll visit later. The museum is compact enough to explore thoroughly without an overly long visit, making it a good stop for families with children.

Tips

Opening days and hours may be limited, so it is reassuring to check in advance. Since the exhibits mostly focus on local history, going around while adding simple explanations for children will help deepen their understanding. The museum is air-conditioned, so it also works well as a cool rest stop in summer.