Hikiyama Exhibition Hall — Attraction in Karatsu

It’s a 10 minute walk from JR Karatsu Station and it’s located next to Karatsu Shrine.

The admission fee is ¥310 and it’s definitely worth it since you are able to see and have the full experience on how big the floats are in real life! It’s amazing to see the magnificent design, colors and history of the floats itself! There’s also a short video documentary of the Karatsu Kunchi festival that they play for visitors. However there’s no subtitles but still it’s fun to watch! It’s a must visit when you...

Interesting exhibit and information provided. There are 13 of the 14 "Hikiyama" , 3-wheel carts still existing from the 600 A.D period, one of which is on display at the Exhibition Hall, with a mechanical doll of the peach, "momo-taro" boy. Festival is on Sunday after the first...

I think it's neat and the admission fee isn't too high but why is it behind glass at a distance? Is it too hard to place stanchions? I've seen national treasures on display with less protection. Hopefully they can complete the maintenance of the...