Kaiyodo Hobby Museum Shimanto

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A museum where you can experience the history of Kaiyodo and the world of figures—fun for adults and children alike!

Overview

The Kaiyodo Hobby Museum Shimanto is a museum showcasing the history and collection of Kaiyodo, a world-famous figure manufacturer. Founded by Shuichi Miyawaki, a native of Shimanto-cho, the museum was established as a way to give back to his hometown and revitalize the local community. Inside, you'll find an impressive display of various figures created by Kaiyodo, their exquisite craftsmanship sure to leave you awestruck. You'll see figures from a wide range of genres, including characters from popular anime like "Evangelion," spaceships from "Star Wars," and monsters from the popular game "Monster Hunter." You'll also learn about the behind-the-scenes process of Kaiyodo's figure production and the history of figures themselves. Furthermore, the museum hosts diorama workshops and special exhibitions, offering entertainment for visitors of all ages. In the diorama workshops, you can create your own diorama using figures. Special exhibitions showcase Kaiyodo's latest figures and precious pieces from their past creations. The Kaiyodo Hobby Museum Shimanto is a facility that can be enjoyed by figure enthusiasts and non-enthusiasts alike. If you're visiting Shimanto-cho, be sure to stop by! By the way, the museum also has a gift shop where you can purchase original Kaiyodo goods and local products from Shimanto-cho. Consider picking up a souvenir!

  • Cultural Assets

Basic Information

Address
1458-1 Uchiigawa, Shimanto-cho, Takaoka-gun, Kochi Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Kochi
Access
Approx. 6km walk from Uchiigawa Station on the JR Shikoku Yodo Line. *Please note that Uchiigawa Station is unstaffed. Approx. 1 hour and 30 minutes by car from Kochi IC Approx. 2 hours and 40 minutes by car from Matsuyama IC Show route
Op.Hours
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Until 5:00 PM from November to February)
Cld.Days
Every Tuesday
Fee
General (High school students and above): ¥800 Elementary and Junior High School Students: ¥400 Preschool Children: Free
INFO
Photography is permitted inside the building. Parking is available for vehicles up to the size of a microbus. Larger vehicles should use the roadside parking.
HP
http://ksmv.jp/hobbykan/

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