From Naruto:
By train, take a train from Naruto Station to Ikenotani Station, transfer to Bando Station (30-45 mins, 330 yen, JR Pass valid). From Bando, it’s a 20-min walk to the German Village Park and 10 mins more to the German House.
From Kobe:
By train, take the JR Kobe Line to Okayama, then the JR Kotoku Line to Naruto, and follow the Naruto route. The journey takes 2.5-3 hours (approx. 5,000 yen, JR Pass valid).
From Tokushima:
By train, take the JR Kotoku Line to Ikenotani Station, then transfer to Bando Station (45 mins, 500 yen, JR Pass valid). From Bando, walk 20 mins to German Village Park. If your coming by local bus, take the Oasa Line from Tokushima Station to Doitsumura (approx. 40 mins, 440 yen).
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Naruto German House (Doitsukan)
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Naruto German House (ドイツ館, Doitsukan) is a unique museum that tells the remarkable story of German prisoners of war during World War I. After Japan captured Germany’s Asian and Pacific territories, around 1,000 German soldiers were held at Bando Camp near Naruto. The prisoners were treated well, forming close ties with the local Japanese community. This friendship led to a sister city relationship between Naruto and Lueneburg, Germany.
Built as a symbol of goodwill, the Naruto German House (Doitsukan) displays fascinating exhibits about life at Bando Camp. Visitors can explore models, photographs, and artifacts with descriptions in Japanese, German, and English. Just a ten-minute walk away, the German Village Park honors the memory of the German soldiers who passed away during their time in captivity.
Hours and Fees
Naruto German House
- Opening hours
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9:30 to 17:00 (admission until 16:30)
- Closed
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Fourth Monday every month (or following day if Monday is a national holiday)
- Entrance fee
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400 yen
Getting there
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Naruto German House
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