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Yamaga Lantern Museum

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Yamaga Lantern Museum

山鹿灯籠民芸館

4.2Est. 120Yamaga, Kyushu
Local Pick

Overview

Handmade washi-paper lanterns with no frame or wire, worn during Yamaga's summer night dance festival.

Houses the intricate paper lanterns that are Yamaga's cultural signature, headpieces worn by hundreds of women during the August Toro Matsuri, when dancers in white yukata and red obi sway through the night streets. Each lantern is made entirely of washi paper and glue, without any wire or wood frame, using techniques passed down for centuries. Visitors can try folding miniature versions in workshops.

Practical info

Japanese name
山鹿灯籠民芸館
Nearest station
Kumamotojo-mae Station (40 min drive)
Payment
Cards accepted
Reservations
Advance tickets available online and at convenience stores. Walk-in usually fine on weekdays. Check hours before visiting.

Accessibility

Wheelchair restroom

Good for

Families
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