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Chippubetsu Folk Museum ( 秩父別町 郷土館 ) is a local history museum that showcases the history of the town of Chippubetsu. It is located at 2-jo 1-Chome 1264 in the town of Chippubetsu in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Chippubetsu Folk Museum Chippubetsu Folk Museum Details Chippubetsu Folk Museum - Chippubetsu Town, Hokkaido Prefecture Chippubetsu Folk Museum offers a fascinating journey into the town’s rich history, particularly its development by the Tondenhei soldiers , who were instrumental in settling and defending the region during the Meiji period. This museum is a hidden gem for history enthusiasts and those curious about rural Japanese life during a significant time of national transformation. Chippubetsu Folk Museum facade Welcome to the Chippubetsu Folk Museum Upon entering, visitors are greeted with a range of exhibits that offer a window into the past. The centerpiece of the museum is the "Tonden no Kane" (Bell of Tonden), which was used to mark the time during the e...

Chichibu Shrine ( 秩父神社 ), also known as Chippu Shrine, is the main shrine of Chippubetsu. It is located at 4103 Chippubetsu Town, Uryu District, Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Chichibu Shrine Chichibu Shrine Details Winter Chichibu Shrine - Chippubetsu Town, Hokkaido Prefecture Chichibu Shrine stands as a testament to the cultural evolution of its region. The shrine's story begins on May 15, 1895, when a modest structure was erected on a hill in the northwest corner of the old parade ground.  Chichibu Shrine 's main torii gate 秩父神社 This small shrine was dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami who was venerated as the area's guardian during the relocation of the Tondenhei soldiers. As the settlement developed and grew, so did the number of worshippers. In response, the shrine was moved to its current location in 1903, and a worship hall was built in April the following year. Chichibu Shrine's Main Hall In July 1905, Chichibu Shrine officially gained recognition as an unranked shr...