Wakayama Prefecture Kii-fudoki-no-oka Museum of Archaeology and Folklore, Wakayama

Name: Wakayama Prefecture Kii-fudoki-no-oka Museum of Archaeology and Folklore
Address: Wakayama, Japan
Telephone: +81 73-471-6123

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Wakayama Prefecture Kii-fudoki-no-oka Museum of Archaeology and Folklore

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Wakayama Prefecture Kii-fudoki-no-oka Museum of Archaeology and Folklore is an archaeology museum located in the outskirts of the city of Wakayama, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. It was opened in August 1971 with the main purpose of preserving, researching, and displaying artifacts from the Iwase-Senzuka Kofun Cluster, a Special National Historic Site. ()

Local name: 和歌山県立紀伊風土記の丘 Opened: 1971 (53 years ago)Coordinates: 34°13'40"N, 135°13'48"E

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Wakayama Japan

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+81 73-471-6123

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Day trips

Wakayama Prefecture Kii-fudoki-no-oka Museum of Archaeology and Folklore – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Wakayama Castle, Negoro-ji, Kimiidera Park, Wakayama Prefectural Museum.

3.3 miW
Tranquil hilltop castle
Wakayama Castle, Wakayama
85 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the city of Wakayama, Wakayama Castle stands as a proud testament to Japan's rich feudal history. This historic fortress, encircled by stone walls and moats, has been a focal point of the region since its initial construction during the 16th...
6.4 miNE
Sacred and religious sites, Buddhist temple, Temple
Negoro-ji, Iwade
163 min walk • Negoro-ji is a Buddhist temple located in the city of Iwade, Wakayama Prefecture in the Kansai region of Japan. Surrounded by the sacred peaks of the Katsuragi Mountains, the temple grounds were designated as a National Historic Site and a National Place of Scenic Beauty in 2007.
4.8 miSW
Outdoor activities, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue
Kimiidera Park, Wakayama
122 min walk • Kimiidera Park is a multi-use stadium in Wakayama, Japan. It is currently used mostly for football matches as well as athletics events. The stadium holds 20,000 people.
3.3 miW
Museum, History museum
Wakayama Prefectural Museum, Wakayama
85 min walk • Wakayama Prefectural Museum is a history museum in located in the city of Wakayama, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan.
3.8 miW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Wakayama City Museum, Wakayama
98 min walk • Wakayama City Museum is a local history museum located in the city of Wakayama, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. It opened in November 1985 to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the construction of Wakayama Castle.
1.6 miW
Temple
Hinokuma Shrine, Wakayama
41 min walk • Hinokuma Shrine and Kunikakasu Shrine is a Shinto shrine complex in Wakayama, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. It is officially known simply as nichizengū. Its main festival is held annually on September 26. It shares the rank of the Ise Grand Shrine in the shinkai system.
2.3 miSW
Sacred and religious sites, Temple, Historical place
Kamayama Shrine, Wakayama
60 min walk • Kamayama Shrine is a Shinto shrine in the city of Wakayama, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan.
4.4 miSW
Sacred and religious sites, Temple
Kishū Tōshō-gū, Wakayama
112 min walk • Kishū Tōshō-gū is a Shinto shrine located in the city of Wakayama Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. It enshrines the deified first Shōgun of the Tokugawa shogunate, Tokugawa Ieyasu.
6.8 miNE
Park, Garden, Botanical garden
Wakayama Prefecture Botanical Park, Iwade
175 min walk • The Wakayama Prefecture Botanical Park is a park with botanical garden located at Higashi Sakamoto 672, Iwade, Wakayama, Japan. It is open daily except Tuesdays; an admission fee is charged.
5.3 miNW
Universities and schools
Wakayama University, Wakayama
134 min walk • Wakayama University, or Wadai, is a national university located in Wakayama, Japan. It was founded in 1949 and is organized in four faculties.
5.1 miS
City
Kainan
130 min walk • One of the most popular attractions in Kainan is the Enchoen Garden, a traditional Japanese garden that dates back to the Edo period. Visitors can stroll through the meticulously landscaped gardens, admire the colorful foliage, and enjoy the serene atmosphere.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Wakayama Prefecture Kii-fudoki-no-oka Museum of Archaeology and Folklore open?

Wakayama Prefecture Kii-fudoki-no-oka Museum of Archaeology and Folklore is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 9 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday 9 am - 4:30 pm
Friday 9 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday 9 am - 4:30 pm
Sunday 9 am - 4:30 pm

How to get to Wakayama Prefecture Kii-fudoki-no-oka Museum of Archaeology and Folklore by public transport?

The nearest stations to Wakayama Prefecture Kii-fudoki-no-oka Museum of Archaeology and Folklore:

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Tainose (26 min walk)
Senda (34 min walk)