Chidōkan, Tsuruoka
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Facts and practical information
The Chidōkan was the Domain academy of Shōnai Domain under the Edo period Tokugawa shogunate located in what is now part of the city of Tsuruoka in the Tōhoku region of northern Japan. It is one of over 250 han schools which existed in Japan during the Bakumatsu period, it is one of the few to retain some of its original structures. It was designated a National Historic Site of Japan in 1951. ()
Day trips
Chidōkan – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Tsurugaoka Castle, Sakai clan gardens, Chidō Museum, Tsuruoka Catholic Church Tenshudō.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Chidōkan?
Nearby attractions include Tsurugaoka Castle, Tsuruoka (3 min walk), Tsuruoka Catholic Church Tenshudō, Tsuruoka (5 min walk), Sakai clan gardens, Tsuruoka (8 min walk), Chidō Museum, Tsuruoka (8 min walk).