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The Former Shimamatsu Post Office ( 旧島松駅逓所 ) is a preserved former post station facility, which is not a historical landmark of Kitahiroshima City. It is located at 1-1 Shimamatsu, Kitahiroshima City in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Former Shimamatsu Post Office Former Shimamatsu Post Office Details The Former Shimamatsu Post Office offers a captivating glimpse into Japan's rich history of transportation and pioneering development. Once a vital post station, this facility played a crucial role in facilitating the movement of people, horses, and goods across the rugged terrain of Hokkaido. With its roots tracing back to the Edo period, the Former Shimamatsu Post Office remains a significant symbol of the island’s development during the Meiji era and beyond. Former Shimamatsu Post Office - Kitahiroshima City, Hokkaido Prefecture The Role of Post Stations in Hokkaido's Development Post stations, like the Former Shimamatsu Post Office , were established in regions with limited a...

Kitahiroshima City Eco Museum , officially called Kitahiroshima City Eco Museum Center Innovation Station ( 北広島市エコミュージアムセンター知新の駅 ), is a local museum that features the history of Kitahiroshima. It is located at 3 Chome-1 Hirobacho, Kitahiroshima City in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Kitahiroshima City Eco Museum Kitahiroshima City Eco Museum Details Kitahiroshima City Eco Museum stands as the central hub of the region's "roofless museum" concept—a dynamic initiative to celebrate and preserve the area's rich natural and historical treasures. This eco-centric museum offers an immersive journey through time, from the birth of Earth to the modern era, blending educational exhibits with breathtaking views of Hokkaido’s natural beauty. Kitahiroshima City Eco Museum - Kitahiroshima City, Hokkaido Prefecture A Walk Through Earth's History: Permanent Exhibits The Kitahiroshima City Eco Museum 's permanent exhibitions on the second floor take visitors on an extraord...