Ando Town Museum of History

Museum • 1322 Higashiando, Ando, Ikoma District, Nara 639-1061, Japan

3.9(43 reviews)

Feel the historical breath in the small town of Nara ~ Anda-cho Historical Folk Museum ~

Scenes of a museum where the life of the past is revived

Anda-cho is a small town in Ikoma-gun, Nara Prefecture. However, this town has retained the homes of historical figures involved in the Meiji Restoration and the profound culture of past life. In the Anda-cho Historical Folk Museum, these historical items are carefully preserved and exhibited, inviting visitors to a journey through time.

Access and admission information

The museum is located in the heart of the town and can be accessed by car. There is a free parking lot nearby with space for 10 cars, and the admission fee is 200 yen for adults, which is quite reasonable. At the exhibition hall, the original old folk houses have been preserved, allowing you to leisurely immerse yourself in the history and culture of the town.

The footprints of the historical figures and the town's traditional history breathe

The museum is a renovation of the birthplace of the Meiji Restoration figure, Imamura Bungo. Imamura also contributed to the re-establishment movement in Nara Prefecture, and the museum displays his belongings and materials. In addition, traditional craft items of the town such as rush grass work and tools from the formerly thriving wick-pulling industry are also on display.

Reflecting on the history of Tenri Kintetsu Railway

Among the exhibits are models and photo materials of the defunct Tenri Kintetsu Railway. You will feel a lingering nostalgia as you reminisce about the railway that once ran through the town.

Enjoying the events of the changing seasons

In addition to displaying historical materials, the museum regularly holds demonstrations of rush grass work and experience sessions of traditional living in old houses. While feeling the changing of the seasons, you can experience the culture of Anda-cho.

Conclusion

The museum, filled with the precious items rooted in the local community, continues to protect the history and culture present in daily life. Touching these valuable items, you can feel the weight of history and the quiet, charming space. We hope you can experience a journey of contemplating history here.

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Reviews

5(4 months ago)

政田信彦

I visited on December 26, 2019. There was a lot of content compared to the ¥200 admission fee, and I really enjoyed it. There were also displays about the historical hardships of the establishment of Nara Prefecture, models related to the Tenri Light Railway, and other railroad models, which I found very interesting and enjoyable. Thank you. At that time, I took some photos of the inside, but when I asked about posting them in the reviews, the response was not very favorable, so I will limit myself to photos of the outside.

4(3 years ago)

亀澤勉

It's very calming and I feel like I'm back in the countryside 🎵 The origin of the town of Ando is said to have been that Prince Shotoku stopped there to rest as he was about to visit Horyuji Temple from Asuka. This is the birthplace of activist Kinzo Imamura, who was instrumental in the re-establishment movement of Nara, which was merged with Sakai and Osaka and was at the mercy of its merger.This is the birthplace of the headman's old folk house and everyday tools donated by the townspeople, and introduces the town's specialty, Ikusa. I'm doing it 🎵. The town's traditional industry of "wick pulling" has been suspended due to the coronavirus, but the elders gather once a month to pass on the culture. I overlooked a narrow road and made a U-turn. Parking is free for 10 cars. Admission fee is 200 yen, please use the ticket vending machine on the right. There is a large free tourist parking lot, so you don't have to go all the way inside.

3(a month ago)

ROUTE 51

There is a parking lot, and the entrance fee is 200 yen. The mansion was built in the Meiji period, and there were items on display from that time, as well as items donated by others. The garden was also quite good, and there were many materials, so I personally learned a lot and enjoyed it. If you are bringing children with you, there may be some parts that they may be afraid of. I was surprised a few times by the handmade dolls (lol). Good for a reasonable admission fee! is. Materials and rails from the discontinued Tenri Light Railway were also on display.

4(2 years ago)

There were many interesting things in the history and culture of this small town. It was very refreshing and informative to learn about the ceramic artist Kenkichi Tomimoto, Bungo Imamura and Kohei Banbayashi, who were involved in the Tenchu-gumi, who were the leaders of the Meiji Restoration, as well as the Tenri Light Railway and the establishment of Nara Prefecture.

5(3 years ago)

Tomotaka Tainaka

It recreated the feeling of life in the past, and it made me think that maybe things have become too convenient now. The daily necessities of the time are preserved and displayed in their original condition, so it might be a good idea to show them to your children and let them learn about them. The courtyard was well maintained, and coronavirus countermeasures were taken. The entrance fee is 200 yen, but I think it's well worth it.

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