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Kodokan
Kodokan · 弘道館
Kodokan was the Mito domain's school, teaching samurai both academic subjects and martial arts. The surviving Seicho and Shizendo buildings offer a look at the former school. Visit if you want to explore historic buildings in Mito.
Kodokan visitor and accessibility guide Sources Kodokan photo route
Visitor information
Admission
Individual admission is ¥420 for adults and ¥210 for elementary and junior high school students and visitors age 70 and older. Children younger than elementary school age enter free. For groups of 20 or more, adults pay ¥320 and elementary and junior high school students pay ¥160. Follow the official guide for other group fares and exemptions.
Opening hours
Kodokan opens 9:00 AM–5:00 PM February 20–September 30 and 9:00 AM–4:30 PM October 1–February 19. It closes December 29–31. Hours may change during the plum festival.
What to see at Kodokan · 弘道館
Buildings of a School for Academic and Martial Studies
Explore Seicho and Shizendo to see the former school. Kodokan taught academic subjects and martial arts; its surviving buildings show the Mito domain's educational facilities.
How to get to Kodokan · 弘道館
Turn right after leaving Mito Station's ticket gates for the North Exit. Follow the deck and Ichozaka to Kodokan. The main gate is closed; enter through the side entrance on its right to find reception. The official route photographs help identify the entrance.
Visit tips
Enter to the Right of the Main Gate
Kodokan's main gate is closed. Visitors enter through the side entrance on its right. Follow the official route photographs and signs to reception rather than turning back at the main gate.
Changes in Level Indoors and Outside
Kodokan has changes in floor and ground level indoors and outside. If you need mobility assistance, consult the official accessibility guidance for the areas and conditions of your visit first.
Questions about Kodokan · 弘道館
Can I visit Kodokan and Kairakuen on the same day?
Yes. After Kodokan, travel to Kairakuen for the garden. Take the loop bus toward Kairakuen from the Kodokan stop. If you also want to enter Kobuntei, check its separate admission and hours.
Kodokan school history and surviving buildings Kodokan to Kobuntei Omotemon bus and fare Main garden fees and hours
Sources
- Kodokan visitor and accessibility guide ·
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- Kodokan photo route ·
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- Kodokan school history and surviving buildings ·
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