Visited with my 15 and 12 year old. We found it quite interesting. Some areas have English signage and information. Some places videos and photos are allowed, and others like beautiful sets of oyoroi are not allowed to be photographed, which was a bit of a shame. Overall, it was a clean, quiet, and beautiful place.
Very interesting seeing the history of the Kanto area. I had no idea how interesting it would be! There is one very fascinating item in the Yayoi era display that I wonder if it is what I think it is... Perhaps women had been having fun together for a long time.
The museum part you pay into is best suited to older children and adults. There is a free outdoor part that young kids enjoy with hula hoops, kendama and koma out for the kids to play with.
You can also pay a nominal fee to try some hands on experiences such as making tie dye hankerchiefs or prayer plaques. They run a number of events including the chance to try on armor.
Small parking lot that is free. There is a restaurant that has a rest area where you can eat food you brought in. There is a nursery too. You can access Omiya park from the museum too.
Great interactive historical crafting and play experiences for the kids.
Some activities are only available on certain days/times
Yes, the museum is equipped with ramps, elevators, and accessible restrooms to accommodate visitors with disabilities.
Photography is generally allowed in most areas of the museum, but it is prohibited in certain special exhibition areas. Flash photography and tripods are not permitted.
The museum has a kid-friendly area and interactive exhibits that are suitable for children. There are also workshops and educational programs tailored for younger visitors.
The museum is accessible by bus from the JR Omiya Station. Visitors can take a bus bound for "Daimon-mae" and get off at the "Museum of History and Folklore" stop. The museum is a short walk from there.
