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Hiraizumi Cultural Heritage Center
Hiraizumi Cultural Heritage Center · 平泉文化遺産センター
Explore historic Hiraizumi through the Cultural Heritage Center’s terrain model with video and audio and excavated artifacts. Stop here after Chusonji and Motsuji if you want to learn more about the historic town.
Sources Hiraizumi Tourism Association: Center’s English Name and Runrun Access Sources
Visitor information
Opening hours
The center opens 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. April–October, with last admission at 4:30 p.m. November–March hours are 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., with last admission at 4:00 p.m. It closes December 29–January 3 and during irregular exhibition changes; check closure notices for your date.
What to see at Hiraizumi Cultural Heritage Center · 平泉文化遺産センター
Historic Hiraizumi through a Terrain Model
Video and audio accompany the terrain model to show historic Hiraizumi. Explore artifacts excavated in the town too.
How to get to Hiraizumi Cultural Heritage Center · 平泉文化遺産センター
Take the Runrun loop bus from outside Hiraizumi Station and get off at the Cultural Heritage Center. The address is 44 Hanadate, Hiraizumi. The timetable gives seven minutes from the station to the center and 13 minutes back along the loop. Each adult ride costs ¥200. In 2026, Runrun operates Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays from April 11 through November 29, plus August 13–16. The first morning departure from the station is at 10:15 a.m. On other dates, check regular-bus return services and fares separately.
Hiraizumi Cultural Heritage Center Runrun Service Calendar Hiraizumi Tourism Association: Center’s English Name and Runrun Access
Visit tips
Distinguish the Similar Facility Names
The Cultural Heritage Center and World Heritage Guidance Center are separate facilities. Use the Cultural Heritage Center’s name and address when searching maps and transportation.
Hiraizumi Cultural Heritage Center Hiraizumi Tourism Association: Center’s English Name and Runrun Access
Questions about Hiraizumi Cultural Heritage Center · 平泉文化遺産センター
Are the Hiraizumi Cultural Heritage Center and World Heritage Guidance Center the same place?
No. Their names are similar, but they are separate facilities. The Cultural Heritage Center displays a terrain model and excavated artifacts at 44 Hanadate, Hiraizumi.
Hiraizumi Cultural Heritage Center Hiraizumi Tourism Association: Center’s English Name and Runrun Access
Sources
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- Hiraizumi Tourism Association: Center’s English Name and Runrun Access ·
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- Hiraizumi Cultural Heritage Center ·
- Runrun Service Calendar ·
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