Ōdate City Museum

What it is

• A museum exhibiting Ōdate's history, culture, and nature.
• Opened on April 25, 1996.
• Uses the former Ōdate Higashi High School building.

What to see

• Main building and an exhibition hall.
• Works by painters associated with Ōdate City.
• Introductions to figures like Takiji Kobayashi.
• Exhibits on local chickens.
• Akita Sankei Memorial Hall on the grounds.

When to go

• Open 9:00 to 16:30.
• Closed on Mondays and New Year holidays.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.