Guidance Institution (Approx. 1,200 sq. meters)
The Guidance Institution is an exhibition gallery (approx. 200 sq. meters; admission fee required) that clearly demonstrates Jomon period life at the Yamada-Uenodai site through its dwelling ruins, pottery and stone tools, and a model of the reconstructed village.
In the Activity/Workshop room (can be divided into two sections; holds a maximum number of 100 people) and the Activity/Workshop space (workshop studio: holds approx. 40 people), visitors can get a firsthand experience of Jomon period wisdom through a number of workshops (additional charge required) such as Jomon pottery-making and 'Magatama' beads-making.
On the second floor there is an observatory lounge, from where visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the reconstructed village. The elevator is wheelchair-accessible, so anyone can use it. Why not take a break in the lounge while contemplating what life was like 4,000 years ago?
Related links
Guide to permanent exhibits
Guide to corner-exhibitions
- The facility is barrier-free (the outside exhibits have level differences due to their nature).
- Inside the museum, there are spacious toilets that are accessible to wheelchair-users. There is one wheelchair for rental in the hallway, so please feel free to use it.
- A nursing room equipped with a water purifier and a milk formula table is available for visitors with infants. There is also a changing board, so people with small children can visit us without any concerns.
 ▲Guidance Institution entrance |
 ▲Observation lounge |
 ▲Entrance hall |
 ▲Spacious toilet |
 ▲Nursing room |
