History and Folklore Museum/Hall of History and Folklore

Life Culture Museum

The Lifestyle Culture Museum, which displays about 300 items such as agricultural tools and folk implements, introduces the way of life in this region from the Meiji period to the early Showa period. You can learn about the history and climate that are closely tied to the region and its lifestyle, such as the wisdom and ingenuity with which they overcame the harsh winters of northern countries, and the lives of people back then who lived in harmony with nature. Getting to know the history and climate of the place you visit is a valuable pleasure when traveling to a new town. Please stop by.

Tokurakuji Temple

Tokuraku-ji Temple (Soto sect) was founded in 1558 as a branch temple of Hoko-ji Temple in Nagawa-cho, Aomori Prefecture. The carvings in the transoms of the main hall of this temple (370 in total) are said to be some of the best in Tohoku, and each side is based on a legend or historical fact, and their splendor is astounding. In addition, the seated statue of Yakushi Nyorai and the wooden standing statue of Bodhisattva Wakashi are designated as important cultural properties of the prefecture, and there are many other statues enshrined there as well.

No monkey

Monkey fruit is smaller than kiwi fruit and is also called "baby kiwi" in English. Since there is no hair on the surface, it can be eaten with the skin intact, and it is also used for processed products such as fruit wine and jam. It has very high nutritional value such as vitamin C, and contains large amounts of proteolytic enzymes. It is said to be effective in recovering from fatigue, tonicizing, and regulating the intestines.