Yamagata Prefectural Museum (山形県立博物館)

Flow of the course

About this spot

Standing within the grounds of Kajo Park (霞城公園), this comprehensive museum introduces the nature, archaeology, history and folklore of Yamagata Prefecture in one place. The range is wide, from large taxidermied animals and fossils found within the prefecture to earthenware and everyday tools, so something is bound to catch a child's curiosity. The exhibition rooms follow a one-way route that is easy to walk, and families with small children can finish the loop while attention still holds. Spending the cool morning hours indoors also saves energy for the afternoon water play. You will naturally pick up background knowledge about the Yamagata Castle ruins you walk next.

Tips

Using the Kajo Park parking lot means you will not have to move the car before the castle-ruins stroll that follows. You can go around inside with a stroller. Admission can change depending on the opening calendar and special exhibition periods, so check the official website in advance.

Best time to visit

About 1 hour. The morning, before the sun grows strong, is comfortable.

Access & map

〒990-0826 山形県山形市霞城町１−８