Chido Museum
致道博物館
An open-air museum on the former residence of the Sakai family, lords of the Shonai domain, with the Oinden retreat, multi-storey farmhouses and Meiji-era Western-style buildings.
The Chido Museum was founded on land donated by the Sakai family, lords of the Shonai domain. The grounds include the Oinden, where the lord retired, and the Sakai Garden, a designated national scenic garden. Relocated buildings include the Tamugimata multi-storey farmhouse (a thatched-roof sericulture house), the former Nishitagawa District Office, and the former Tsuruoka Police Station, all Meiji-era Western-style buildings. The museum also houses folk tools and archaeological exhibits. Admission is about 1,000 yen. It lies on the west side of Tsuruoka Park, about 10 minutes by bus from Tsuruoka Station, and can be combined with a visit to Tsuruoka Park and Taihokan.
Opening hours
09:00–17:00 (until 16:30 Dec–Feb; some Wednesdays closed)
Nearby sights
- Tsuruoka Park (Tsurugaoka Castle Ruins)
- Yunotagawa Onsen
- Zempo-ji Temple
- Matsugaoka Kaikonjo
- Yunohama Onsen
- Kamo Aquarium
- Churen-ji Temple
- Mount Haguro Five-storied Pagoda & Stone Steps