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World Kite Museum Higashiomi Oodako Hall
This museum is a popular family tourist spot in Higashiomi City, Shiga Prefecture. In addition to a huge kite from Higashiomi which is around 100 tatami mats in size (13 m x 12 m), other exhibits include local and traditional kites from all over Japan, as well unique, colorful kites from various countries around the world. Visitors can also take part in a workshop to make their own simple kite.
[Fee] Adults: 300 yen; Elementary and junior high school students: 150 yen
[Access] Approx. 15 min. walk from Yokaichi Station on the Ohmi Railway Main Line;
Chokotto Bus from Yokaichi Station on the Ohmi Railway, and a short walk from the Odako Kaikan-mae bus stop
[Credit Card Payment] Not accepted
[Foreign Language Support] Yes [English Support During Workshops] No English-speaking staff but English support is available
[Reservations] Required for kite-making workshop
Photos
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Information
- Postal Code
- 527-0025
- Address
- 3-5 Higashi-hommachi, Yokaichi, Higashiomi, Shiga Prefecture
- Tel
- 0748-23-0081
- Businesshours
- 9:00-17:00 (last entry 16:30)
- Holiday
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Wednesday, the fourth Tuesday of every month,
days following public holidays, and New Year’s holidays - Website
- http://oodako.net/pamphlet/english.pdf
Map
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