Hokkaido: Nibutani Ainu Culture Tour with Museum Entry
ID: GYG1083504-1667710
Category:
Country: Ecuador
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
Explore the rich history and culture of the Ainu people on a guided tour of Nibutani in Hokkaido. Visit the Nibutani Ainu Culture Museum and see the works of contemporary Ainu craftsmen.
Begin by passing reconstructed chise, the traditional thatched houses once inhabited by the Ainu. Then, visit the local museum and encounter exhibits on Ainu life and beliefs, fishing and gathering practices, performing arts, and handicrafts.
Next, continue to a cultural facility where the works of contemporary Ainu master craftsmen are displayed and available for purchase. Learn about the Ainu’s struggle to reclaim their identity and pride, and how their culture is being revived with new vitality.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the Ainu people
- Explore the Nibutani Ainu Culture Museum and see traditional artifacts
- Visit a cultural facility to see the works of contemporary Ainu craftsmen
- Learn about the Ainu's unique customs, language, and way of life
- Discover the traditional thatched houses once inhabited by the Ainu
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour is 1.5 hours long
The tour takes place in the Biratori region, southern Hokkaido
Nibutani is known for its Ainu settlement and cultural heritage
INCLUDED
- Guided tour of Nibutani's cultural treasures
- Visit to reconstructed chise (traditional thatched houses)
- Entry to local museum with exhibits on Ainu life and beliefs
- Visit to a cultural facility with contemporary Ainu crafts
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
