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World Kite Museum Higashiomi Oodako Hall
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This page provides official travel information about World Kite Museum Higashiomi Oodako Hall and nearby attractions in the Kansai region of Japan.
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.
[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
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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(December 28-January 2)
This basic information is current at the time of publication and is subject to change.
Please check the official website for the latest information.
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