Ancient Culture Experience (Making Magatama Beads, Fire Starting, Kumihimo Braiding) / Toyama Prefectural Buried Cultural Properties Center - Experiences

An archaeological museum where you can not only look but also "experience" the ancient past.

At the Toyama Prefectural Buried Cultural Properties Center, in addition to exhibiting excavated artifacts, visitors can enjoy hands-on experiences of ancient culture, such as making magatama (comma-shaped beads), starting fires (using the maigiri method), and making kumihimo (braided cords).

Making magatama (comma-shaped beads) by carving and polishing stones, watching the shape gradually emerge, is a moment that even adults can easily become engrossed in.
Making fire by rubbing two pieces of wood together is sure to be an exciting and moving experience.
The braided cords made by combining colored threads can be turned into straps, making it a "take-home experience."

Learn through exhibits, and gain understanding through hands-on experiences—this is an interactive spot that can be enjoyed by families and adults alike.

View details of the Toyama Prefectural Buried Cultural Properties Center

Basic Information

Start time	[Fire-starting experience] Morning (Registration closes at 11:00) Monday, Wednesday, Saturday Afternoon (Registration closes at 15:30) Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday The event is suspended during the winter months (January and February) and may be canceled on windy days or other unforeseen circumstances. [Magatama (comma-shaped bead) making experience] Morning (Registration closes at 11:00) Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays Afternoon (Registration closes at 15:30) Monday, Wednesday, Saturday [Making braided cords] At any time January and February, mornings (registration closes at 11:00 AM): Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. 　　　　　 Afternoon (Registration closes at 15:30) Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday The content of the experience may vary depending on the season. The experience may be canceled during events, etc. [Opening hours] 9:00～17:00
Acitivity Time	Fire-starting experience (60 minutes), magatama (comma-shaped bead) making (80 minutes), kumihimo (braided cord) making (30 minutes) and up.
Membership Fee	[Admission fee] Free [Making Magatama (comma-shaped beads)] There will be a cost for materials. [Fire-starting experience] Free [Braiding Workshop] Free
How to Apply	*Please apply by phone or in person at the counter on the day of your visit. (Phone reservations take priority) For groups of 10 or more people, please make a reservation in advance.
Contact	Toyama Prefectural Archaeological Center 076-434-2814

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Facility information

Name	Toyama Prefectural Center for Archaeological Operations
Address	206-3 Chayamachi, Toyama City
Phone	076-434-2814
Business hours	[Opening hours] 9:00～17:00
Holiday	Friday (or the first weekday of the following week if Friday is a public holiday) New Year's Holiday
Parking	44 parking spaces, including spaces for disabled persons, and parking for large buses (3 spaces).
Access	Take the Toyama Chihō Railway Bus bound for Takaoka Station, get off at "Toyama Station South Exit" and get off at "Kurehayama Park," then walk for about 8 minutes. 48 minutes on foot Take the Toyama Chihō Railway Bus bound for Shinminato Higashiguchi from "Toyama Station South Exit" to "Prefectural Library" bus stop, then walk for about 2 minutes. 27 minutes on foot Take the Toyama Chihō Railway Bus "Kitadai Loop" to "Prefectural Library" stop, then walk for about 2 minutes. 22 minutes on foot From the Toyama-Nishi Interchange on the Hokuriku Expressway 15 minutes on foot
Official Website	https://www.pref.toyama.jp/3041/miryokukankou/bunka/bunkazai/maibun/index.html

Wheelchair accessible Multipurpose toilet available Stroller allowed Diaper changing table available OK on rainy days Toilet available Cash only (cashless payment not accepted)