Tsukigata Kabato Museum

What it is

• A museum in Tsukigata, Hokkaido.
• Opened in 1996, formerly Hokkaido Gyokei Shiryokan.
• Dedicated to the history of the Kabato Shujikan prison.
• Includes a Hokkaido Heritage and Japan Heritage site.

What to see

• The former Kabato Shujikan main building, completed 1886.
• This building served as Tsukigata Town Hall until 1972.
• An agricultural training hall is also on site.

When to go

• Open 9:30 to 17:00 daily.
• Closed in winter, from December to mid-March.

Getting there

• Parking available at the Tsukigata Town Hall site.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.