This thoughtfully paced tour offers a calm and meaningful way to explore Hokkaido’s history by visiting Historical Village of Hokkaido (Kaitaku-no Mura) and the Hokkaido Museum together.
At the Historical Village, you walk through preserved streets and buildings that show how people lived during Hokkaido’s pioneering era. The Hokkaido Museum then provides clear explanations of the region’s natural environment, Indigenous Ainu culture, and modern development, helping visitors understand the background behind what they have seen.
The tour is designed with a calm pace, balancing sightseeing time and walking distance. It is well suited for travelers who wish to enjoy history comfortably, without rushing from place to place.
The guide will be waiting for you at your hotel lobby or at the gate of the cruise with your name sign. Please inform us about your pick-up details in advance.
Step back into Hokkaido’s pioneering era at the Historical Village of Hokkaido (Kaitaku-no Mura), an open-air museum that recreates everyday life from the late 19th to early 20th centuries. Carefully relocated and restored buildings—including townhouses, farm homes, schools, and shops—offer an immersive look at how communities formed as settlers adapted to Hokkaido’s northern climate. Walking through the spacious grounds, you’ll gain insight into architecture, livelihoods, and social customs shaped by frontier life. With interiors arranged to reflect real daily use, the village helps visitors understand Hokkaido’s development beyond dates and names. Traveling by public transportation also adds context, allowing you to experience the area in a way that reflects everyday life in and around Sapporo.
Continue to the Hokkaido Museum for a comprehensive overview of the region’s natural environment, Indigenous Ainu culture, and modern history. Well-organized exhibits explain how geography, climate, and resources influenced settlement and industry, and how cultural exchange shaped Hokkaido’s identity. Interactive displays and artifacts provide broader context for what you experienced at the Historical Village of Hokkaido (Kaitaku-no Mura). The spacious galleries allow you to explore at a comfortable pace, creating a well-balanced learning experience connected smoothly by public transportation.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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