The Upopoy Museum is located in Shiraoi, near Noboribetsu, about 100 km south of Sapporo. It's a 10-15 minute walk east from Shiraoi Station.
By train, it takes 25 minutes from Noboribetsu (440 yen) or just over an hour from Sapporo (3000 yen for limited express or 2100 yen for local trains). Some buses from Sapporo and New Chitose Airport to Noboribetsu Onsen also stop at Upopoy, though most services stopped after the pandemic. A daily bus from the airport to Upopoy costs 850 yen. Local buses from Noboribetsu take 45 minutes and cost 720 yen.
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Upopoy Ainu National Museum
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Upopoy National Ainu Museum is the top destination to explore the Ainu, Japan’s indigenous people. Located near Lake Poroto, the museum features a video theater and permanent exhibitions showcasing Ainu culture and lifestyle. Special exhibitions are also held throughout the year.
The museum’s surrounding park offers an immersive experience with Ainu dance and music performances, hands-on activities with Ainu crafts and cuisine, and reconstructed Ainu houses. Traditional ceremonies are held, allowing visitors to dress in authentic costumes and experience Ainu culture firsthand.
Hours and Fees
Upopoy Ainu National Museum
- Opening hours
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9:00 to 18:00 (until 20:00 on weekends, public holidays and during the summer holidays; until 17:00 from November to March)
- Closed
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Mondays (or the following day if Monday is a public holiday)
New Year holidays
- Entrance fee
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1200 yen (advance reservations are required for entering the museum)
Getting there
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Upopoy Ainu National Museum
Official website
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Upopoy Ainu National Museum
Official website
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