Historical Village of Hokkaido (Kaitaku-no Mura)
Historical Village of Hokkaido (Kaitaku-no Mura)
4.5
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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Nearly every kind of private and public building, from farmhouse to sleigh factory, is on display in this fascinating open-air museum.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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- msquaredKaneohe, Hawaii530 contributionsBeautiful buildingsThis is a huge property with a lot of walking. The tour can be short what you want to see. Every building is a Sapporo and you are able to walk into various rooms. If you just walk on the outside of the building is the total would be sure, but if you’re going to every building and see what’s inside, it can be over three hours long. It is self guided, and mostly in Japanese, but he will get a lot out of it. If you go inside, you will need to remove your shoes in many of the buildings so wear something that you can put on and take off easily.Visited October 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten October 4, 2023
- geo3Calgary, Canada1,893 contributionsGreat introduction to Japan of the late 1800s/early 1900sThis was a cruise tour, with the guide from the tour giving our initial introduction to the historical village. Beyond that, there is a map near the entrance (in Japanese only), and some information in English at most of the buildings. However, if you are visiting, it would be worthwhile ahead of time to download from their website the English map pdf and the pdf giving English-language descriptions of all the buildings. I found this very interesting, and it was also interesting to compare this to historical villages in North America. The approach is similar, in this case focussing on the Meiji into the Showa periods in Japan (so, late 1800s and early 1900s). It's large; you could easily spend half a day here. The buildings cover many aspects of life in Japan in the period, from business to residential to industrial. One review suggested wearing footwear that can easily be removed - good advice, as many of the buildings require removing shoes before entering, due to the fragile flooring such as tatami mats in some of the buildings. Despite the rain while we were there, this was still an enjoyable visit - worthwhile, interesting, and informative.Visited September 2023Traveled soloWritten July 16, 2024
- Hollie46 contributionsIncredible experience!Absolutely amazing! I bought a combo ticket with the Hokkaido museum and visited this open air museum second. As someone studying Japanese, i’m not yet fluent. The museum offers free English guides for any number of visitors for any length desired. I had the most amazing 1 on 1 guided experience for 2 and a bit hours today where I learnt so much about Hokkaido history with the volunteer. Everyone was so friendly and the whole experience was amazing! I’ll definitely be visiting again before I leave Sapporo. Theres a small cafe and also a small shop on site. You can go into multiple buildings and there are plenty of activities like tea ceremonies etc to participate in. Easily accessible from Shin-Sapporo via the 22 bus from stand 10 (it’s the second stop after the museum if coming from the station - though 10 min walk between the museum and the open air museum). Absolutely incredible day out I can’t recommend it enough!Visited August 2024Traveled soloWritten August 11, 2024
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40 contributions
Jul 2023 • Solo
It took me nearly four hours as I looked around slowly. It was hard without insect repellent spray because the mountain village county was dotted with buildings on grassy mountain paths. I would recommend wearing long sleeves in this area, even in summer, as they are flying and falling from above. You can also go inside the buildings, but you have to take off your shoes, so it is better to wear socks and shoes that are easy to take off.
There are volunteer guides here and there to listen to buildings histories, but it was difficult to be caught by an old man who kept following me wherever I went and talking about his own old glories for 15 or 20 minutes. That was the only disappointment.
There are volunteer guides here and there to listen to buildings histories, but it was difficult to be caught by an old man who kept following me wherever I went and talking about his own old glories for 15 or 20 minutes. That was the only disappointment.
Written July 23, 2023
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msquared
Kaneohe, HI530 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
This is a huge property with a lot of walking. The tour can be short what you want to see. Every building is a Sapporo and you are able to walk into various rooms. If you just walk on the outside of the building is the total would be sure, but if you’re going to every building and see what’s inside, it can be over three hours long. It is self guided, and mostly in Japanese, but he will get a lot out of it. If you go inside, you will need to remove your shoes in many of the buildings so wear something that you can put on and take off easily.
Written October 4, 2023
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geo3
Calgary, Canada1,893 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
This was a cruise tour, with the guide from the tour giving our initial introduction to the historical village. Beyond that, there is a map near the entrance (in Japanese only), and some information in English at most of the buildings. However, if you are visiting, it would be worthwhile ahead of time to download from their website the English map pdf and the pdf giving English-language descriptions of all the buildings.
I found this very interesting, and it was also interesting to compare this to historical villages in North America. The approach is similar, in this case focussing on the Meiji into the Showa periods in Japan (so, late 1800s and early 1900s). It's large; you could easily spend half a day here. The buildings cover many aspects of life in Japan in the period, from business to residential to industrial.
One review suggested wearing footwear that can easily be removed - good advice, as many of the buildings require removing shoes before entering, due to the fragile flooring such as tatami mats in some of the buildings.
Despite the rain while we were there, this was still an enjoyable visit - worthwhile, interesting, and informative.
I found this very interesting, and it was also interesting to compare this to historical villages in North America. The approach is similar, in this case focussing on the Meiji into the Showa periods in Japan (so, late 1800s and early 1900s). It's large; you could easily spend half a day here. The buildings cover many aspects of life in Japan in the period, from business to residential to industrial.
One review suggested wearing footwear that can easily be removed - good advice, as many of the buildings require removing shoes before entering, due to the fragile flooring such as tatami mats in some of the buildings.
Despite the rain while we were there, this was still an enjoyable visit - worthwhile, interesting, and informative.
Written July 16, 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Hollie
46 contributions
Aug 2024 • Solo
Absolutely amazing! I bought a combo ticket with the Hokkaido museum and visited this open air museum second.
As someone studying Japanese, i’m not yet fluent. The museum offers free English guides for any number of visitors for any length desired. I had the most amazing 1 on 1 guided experience for 2 and a bit hours today where I learnt so much about Hokkaido history with the volunteer.
Everyone was so friendly and the whole experience was amazing! I’ll definitely be visiting again before I leave Sapporo.
Theres a small cafe and also a small shop on site. You can go into multiple buildings and there are plenty of activities like tea ceremonies etc to participate in.
Easily accessible from Shin-Sapporo via the 22 bus from stand 10 (it’s the second stop after the museum if coming from the station - though 10 min walk between the museum and the open air museum).
Absolutely incredible day out I can’t recommend it enough!
As someone studying Japanese, i’m not yet fluent. The museum offers free English guides for any number of visitors for any length desired. I had the most amazing 1 on 1 guided experience for 2 and a bit hours today where I learnt so much about Hokkaido history with the volunteer.
Everyone was so friendly and the whole experience was amazing! I’ll definitely be visiting again before I leave Sapporo.
Theres a small cafe and also a small shop on site. You can go into multiple buildings and there are plenty of activities like tea ceremonies etc to participate in.
Easily accessible from Shin-Sapporo via the 22 bus from stand 10 (it’s the second stop after the museum if coming from the station - though 10 min walk between the museum and the open air museum).
Absolutely incredible day out I can’t recommend it enough!
Written August 11, 2024
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VICENTE BRAVO
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Jul 2020
A MUST GO if you want to learn about Hokkaido Culture, History... in an easy way, visiting different buildings displaced reconstructed (or replicas). Spend at least 2 or 3 hours if you want to enter to all of them (more than 50).
Written August 4, 2020
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Franie
Manila, Philippines51 contributions
Feb 2023 • Solo
I’m astounded at the amount of effort and dedication it must take to maintain this place. It’s literally a village you can easily get lost in. I went during winter when there was barely anyone (it didn’t seem like a popular tourist spot) so I was able to take my time going through each of the buildings. Such an underrated gem.
Written February 27, 2023
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,536 contributions
Oct 2019
We visited the Historical Village of Hokkaido last time we visited Japan. It was mid autumn, and therefore snow was lacking, but the village was interesting all the same. It is easy to get around and worth a look. Our trip to Hokkaido was one of the best we have ever had. I'm not very fond of snow, so I'm glad we went in autumn
Written February 19, 2020
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Grant-808
Honolulu, HI472 contributions
Dec 2017 • Family
Fantastic visit during the winter. The attraction is divided into separate villages (Town, Fishing, Farm and Mountain) with 50+ structures, many which you can enter. Most structures are original, deconstructed and reassembled in original form. Few guides were present during our winter visit, but full descriptions are provided in Japanese with limited translation in English. The village is expansive yet well maintained and easy to self navigate with the provided map. One could jaunt through the village with an occasional peak into the interesting structures in 90 minutes or so, while the more inquisitive could easily spend a half day. Admission JPY800 adults. Horse drawn sleigh rides are offered in the winter for a modest JPY250 adults.
Each structure offered insight into daily life of people in Hokkaido since the mid 19th century. Not only were the structures impressive, the insides were outfitted with normal artifacts found at that time. We were pleasantly greeted by a volunteer in the sake brewery, who welcomed us with a warm cup of tea and open fire pit. Some of the structures were closed during the winter, but there was far more than enough open. There is a restaurant inside the village which offered an array of Japanese and western foods. The soba was surprisingly delicious, consisting of thick and chewy noodles.
Access: Taxis in Japan are a bit pricey, thus public transport is the way to go, particularly if you are coming from the centre of Sapporro . There are two options, 1) the Shin Sapporo subway station (Tozai metro orange line last stop), then take JR bus 22 (15 minutes) or 2) the JR Shinrin Koen station then take the same JR 22 bus (8 minutes) or 25 minute walk (half flat, half modest incline, make sure you have a GPS map application to track your route). The final terminal stop for JR 22 bus is the Historic Village (Kaitaku-no-Mura), the stop before this is the Hokkaido Museum, also worthy of visiting, a discounted combo ticket is available for purchase at both attractions. The bus provides English translation along the way. Fare roughly JPY200 one way, paid via cash or IC tap card.
When planning your visit, note the bus 22 departs Shin Sapporo Station at 8:23, 9:00, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 13:00 and 14:00 at the north gate bus terminal, then continues to the JR Shinrin Koen roughly 8 minutes later. The return departures from the Historic Village are at 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30, 16:10, 16:40, 17:10 and 17:40, with additional 12:00 and 15:00 departures only on weekdays, but verify with the village staff.
Thus, your choice of your arrival and departure train station depends on whether the JR or Tozai metro is more convenient, and if the bus schedule does not fit your schedule, whether you care to walk 25 minutes from the JR Shinrin Koen station. The taxi from JR Shinrin Koen should be only 6 minutes and not break the bank, but taxi availability may be an issue at this small station
Enjoy!
Each structure offered insight into daily life of people in Hokkaido since the mid 19th century. Not only were the structures impressive, the insides were outfitted with normal artifacts found at that time. We were pleasantly greeted by a volunteer in the sake brewery, who welcomed us with a warm cup of tea and open fire pit. Some of the structures were closed during the winter, but there was far more than enough open. There is a restaurant inside the village which offered an array of Japanese and western foods. The soba was surprisingly delicious, consisting of thick and chewy noodles.
Access: Taxis in Japan are a bit pricey, thus public transport is the way to go, particularly if you are coming from the centre of Sapporro . There are two options, 1) the Shin Sapporo subway station (Tozai metro orange line last stop), then take JR bus 22 (15 minutes) or 2) the JR Shinrin Koen station then take the same JR 22 bus (8 minutes) or 25 minute walk (half flat, half modest incline, make sure you have a GPS map application to track your route). The final terminal stop for JR 22 bus is the Historic Village (Kaitaku-no-Mura), the stop before this is the Hokkaido Museum, also worthy of visiting, a discounted combo ticket is available for purchase at both attractions. The bus provides English translation along the way. Fare roughly JPY200 one way, paid via cash or IC tap card.
When planning your visit, note the bus 22 departs Shin Sapporo Station at 8:23, 9:00, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 13:00 and 14:00 at the north gate bus terminal, then continues to the JR Shinrin Koen roughly 8 minutes later. The return departures from the Historic Village are at 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30, 16:10, 16:40, 17:10 and 17:40, with additional 12:00 and 15:00 departures only on weekdays, but verify with the village staff.
Thus, your choice of your arrival and departure train station depends on whether the JR or Tozai metro is more convenient, and if the bus schedule does not fit your schedule, whether you care to walk 25 minutes from the JR Shinrin Koen station. The taxi from JR Shinrin Koen should be only 6 minutes and not break the bank, but taxi availability may be an issue at this small station
Enjoy!
Written December 26, 2017
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Elevennnnn
Singapore210 contributions
Dec 2016 • Family
If I only have a day in Sapporo, I will definitely come here!
Directions from Sapporo station:
1. Buy a transfer ticket (includes the cost of the subway and bus) from the subway automated ticket machine. (450 yen)
2. Take Nanboku or Tofu line to Otaru and change to Tozai line from Sapporo to Shin Sapporo. (Approx 15 mins)
3. Walk towards the north lane bus terminal - berth number 10 for bus 22. Alight at the last stop. (Approx 15-20 mins) You may refer to the attached photo for the bus schedule.
You can also buy a combine entrance ticket which includes the Hokkaido Museum which is a walking distance of about 10 - 15 mins from the Historical Village of Hokkaido. They offer student rate to university/college students too. Remember to bring your student pass along to show them.
Although the Hokkaido Museum is a nice place to visit as well, but I will not recommend you to squeeze 2 places in one day, especially in winter, where they have shorter operating hours.
The Historical Village of Hokkaido is such a large area where you can easily spend at least 4 hours (excluding lunch hours) just to finish up the whole area. If you were to go into details, you can probably spend up to 6 hours or so.
I read a review whereby they spent approximately 4-5 hours in the village but I didn't believe it. So I opted for the combine entrance tickets, and to be honest, I regretted this decision. I should have just stick to the village for one full day. You might need to cut short your trip in the village in order to catch the museum closing time as well as the last bus to the Shin Sapporo station.
The village has approximately 50 stand alone buildings located throughout the village where we can catch a glimpse of how the life in parts of Hokkaido was like in the early days.
For example, the reception building is actually the old Sapporo Station! There are a lot of things to see and places to wander around. Personally, I like this kind of museum presentation but I'm not too sure if the place is too big or there weren't a lot of people visiting, it was really very quiet. It can get very cold since you will be walking outdoors for a long period of time, so please wrap yourself up.
Good place for pictures as well since it wasn't very crowded.
Directions from Sapporo station:
1. Buy a transfer ticket (includes the cost of the subway and bus) from the subway automated ticket machine. (450 yen)
2. Take Nanboku or Tofu line to Otaru and change to Tozai line from Sapporo to Shin Sapporo. (Approx 15 mins)
3. Walk towards the north lane bus terminal - berth number 10 for bus 22. Alight at the last stop. (Approx 15-20 mins) You may refer to the attached photo for the bus schedule.
You can also buy a combine entrance ticket which includes the Hokkaido Museum which is a walking distance of about 10 - 15 mins from the Historical Village of Hokkaido. They offer student rate to university/college students too. Remember to bring your student pass along to show them.
Although the Hokkaido Museum is a nice place to visit as well, but I will not recommend you to squeeze 2 places in one day, especially in winter, where they have shorter operating hours.
The Historical Village of Hokkaido is such a large area where you can easily spend at least 4 hours (excluding lunch hours) just to finish up the whole area. If you were to go into details, you can probably spend up to 6 hours or so.
I read a review whereby they spent approximately 4-5 hours in the village but I didn't believe it. So I opted for the combine entrance tickets, and to be honest, I regretted this decision. I should have just stick to the village for one full day. You might need to cut short your trip in the village in order to catch the museum closing time as well as the last bus to the Shin Sapporo station.
The village has approximately 50 stand alone buildings located throughout the village where we can catch a glimpse of how the life in parts of Hokkaido was like in the early days.
For example, the reception building is actually the old Sapporo Station! There are a lot of things to see and places to wander around. Personally, I like this kind of museum presentation but I'm not too sure if the place is too big or there weren't a lot of people visiting, it was really very quiet. It can get very cold since you will be walking outdoors for a long period of time, so please wrap yourself up.
Good place for pictures as well since it wasn't very crowded.
Written December 17, 2016
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Katrina129
Malaysia34 contributions
Feb 2016 • Family
This is one of the best places that I had visited during my trip to Sapporo. It is highly recommended to history lovers as the village comprised of ancient houses, church, shrine, hospital and other buildings that give you the feeling of Meiji era. Admission fee is ¥680 (Winter: Dec - Mar).
To reach the historical village, take JR train to Shin-Sapporo and walk to bus station Platform 10 (bus No.22 - bound for Kaitakunomura). The last bus will be at 14:00.
I missed the bus so I took taxi from the bus station. The journey was about 5 minutes and it costs ¥1,031.
To reach the historical village, take JR train to Shin-Sapporo and walk to bus station Platform 10 (bus No.22 - bound for Kaitakunomura). The last bus will be at 14:00.
I missed the bus so I took taxi from the bus station. The journey was about 5 minutes and it costs ¥1,031.
Written February 22, 2016
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mlssyval
Singapore, Singapore
Any idea if this place is open on 25 Dec, Christmas day?
Written November 22, 2018
Most likely it will be open. Their website has hours listed and says the park is closed during "the holiday period December 29th through January 3rd." If the park was going to be closed on 12/25, it would be listed. Christmas is not an official holiday in Japan. You also have to check on when the Emperor's Birthday holiday is as it is always near Christmas. This year, the Birthday is on Sunday 12/23 but observed on Monday 12/24, when the park is closed anyway (not open Mondays). To be 100% sure, you can email the park -- use the "Email" link at the bottom of their webpage. TripAdvisor doesn't allow me to include the email address or website URL in this response. Use Google to get the webpage address and click on "English" at the top right.
Written November 26, 2018
My husband uses an electric wheelchair. From the googlemap, we can see only steps leading into the village. Is there a ramp somewhere which we are not aware. How about the village itself. We know he cannot go into the exhibits.
Written May 28, 2018
Yes, there is a ramp up to the village. If you look on googlemap satellite view, you will note a long ramp on the left side of the building when facing the parking lot. The ramp goes to the building from the bus stop. Most of the village you will be able to see from the outside of the buildings without any problem as the streets are paved. However, the mountain village portion of the village is up and down trails and is not wheelchair friendly. I do not recall any buildings that have ramps allowing access to the interiors. To enter most buildings, guests must take their shoes off, thus preserving the floors and allowing an authentic experience of the interior of a Japanese house. A few buildings have dirt or concrete floors that do not require shoes to be removed.
Written May 28, 2018
how to get here by bus or maybe train from moerenuma park??
Written April 24, 2018
From Moerenuma Park, walk to bus stop Moerunuma Koen Higashiguchi (Molrenuma Park East Entrance) and ride Chuo Bus 69 or 79 to the bus terminal next to the Kanjo Dori Higashi Subway Station. Take the subway to Sapporo station and transfer and transfer to JR trains and take the train to Shin Sapporo station. (Alternatively, take the subway an additional stop to the Odori station and transfer to the yellow Tozai line and ride to Shin Sapporo subway station, where you will find the bus platforms by the Shin Sapporo JR station).
Upon arrival at Shin Sapporo station, take bus No 22 at bus platform 10 outside the JR station. The Historical Village is the last stop on the bus route. The bus is a JR bus, so you can use a rail pass if you have one.
It seems like there should be a more direct bus route, but I don' t see it.
Written April 24, 2018
Cinder85
Singapore, Singapore
Hi I would like to ask may I take my pre wedding photoshoot in historic village of Hokkaido, are there any restrictions? Thank you
Written November 20, 2017
Hi there, i am not sure whether there are any regulations but i saw people taking video for Japanese costumes album
my advise is better for you to make enquiries directly with the authority concern.
thank you
Written November 21, 2017
This was what I did in Dec 2016. I'm not too sure if the following information still applies.
Directions from Sapporo station:
1. Buy a transfer ticket (includes the cost of the subway and bus) from the subway automated ticket machine. (450 yen)
2. Take Nanboku or Tofu line to Otaru and change to Tozai line from Sapporo to Shin Sapporo. (Approx 15 mins)
3. Walk towards the north lane bus terminal - berth number 10 for bus 22. Alight at the last stop. (Approx 15-20 mins) You may refer to the attached photo for the bus schedule.
Written May 22, 2017
Not too sure if you still need the information.
Directions from Sapporo station:
1. Buy a transfer ticket (includes the cost of the subway and bus) from the subway automated ticket machine. (450 yen)
2. Take Nanboku or Tofu line to Otaru and change to Tozai line from Sapporo to Shin Sapporo. (Approx 15 mins)
3. Walk towards the north lane bus terminal - berth number 10 for bus 22. Alight at the last stop. (Approx 15-20 mins) You may refer to the attached photo for the bus schedule.
Written May 12, 2017
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