Kanazawa City Ashigaru Museum
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Exploring Life as an Ashigaru at Kanazawa City Ashigaru Museum
The Kanazawa City Ashigaru Museum highlights the lives of ashigaru, the foot soldiers of Japan's samurai class from the Edo period. It features two authentic relocated homes and an accompanying garden.
Founded to preserve the history of the ashigaru and their lifestyle, the museum serves as an educational resource on samurai culture. Notable for its traditional Edo architecture, it showcases artifacts related to the everyday life and duties of these soldiers, emphasizing their contributions and status.
Engaging Highlights
- 🏠 Traditional Edo Homes: Explore genuine residences of the ashigaru.
- 📜 Artifacts Collection: Discover weapons and tools used by foot soldiers.
- 🌳 Tranquil Garden: Relax in a small garden designed for reflection.
The museum has free entry and is ideal for tourists, families, and history enthusiasts interested in Japan's samurai heritage.
Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Kanazawa City Ashigaru Museum
Edo Era Architecture
The museum is composed of two relocated homes from the Edo period.
Ashigaru History
Ashigaru were foot soldiers, often considered the lowest rank in the samurai class.
Location
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Address
View map1-9-3 Nagamachi
Opening Hours
Friday:
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Monday:
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Contact Information
Price
Free. Some special exhibitions may require a paid ticket.
Average Visit Duration
Duration: 1.5 to 2 hours.
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings (9:00 AM–11:00 AM) are recommended for a quieter experience.