Roadside Station Jomon Roman Minamikayabe — Attraction in Hakodate

Roadside Station Jomon Roman Minamikayabe is a fascinating historical destination that offers a deep dive into Hokkaido's ancient past, well before the influence of modern Japanese culture. While I didn't visit the museum, which showcases artifacts like bowls and figurines, it’s a great place to learn about the Jomon culture, especially the distinctive rope patterns that give the culture its name. The newly expanded site provides a hands-on experience where you can see how Jomon relics were discovered. There’s also an educational area where a knowledgeable instructor teaches excavation techniques, offering visitors a unique opportunity to learn about archaeology. In addition to the cultural insights, the location offers stunning views of both the ocean and surrounding mountains. Even if the station is closed, you can still collect the roadside station stamp. The historic Kakinoshima Site, an important Jomon-era archaeological site, is located just behind the station, making it a must-visit for history...

It is a historical site where you can learn about the ancient history of Hokkaido before the current Japanese culture override. I did not enter the museum where you can see bowls, figurines, etc., and learn about the Jomon (the pattern made by ropes) culture. The newly expanded site offers a good opportunity to have a direct experience of how the relics of the Jomon Culture were found. There is an educational site where a well trained instructor teaches the basics of excavation and instructs how to do it. I also enjoyed the vast view of the ocean...

It's ¥300 to enter the museum bit. It's small, but nice. For ¥350 you can make a Magatama pendant. You can also make vase, ocarina, and other stuff. The Michi No Eki has really delicious walnut ice cream and seaweed cookies, as well as all the other usual Michi No Eki...