OFFICIAL KUMAMOTO TOURISM GUIDE

Sightseeing

South area

Gokanosho Heike no Sato

Gokanosho Heike no Sato is a themed facility that brings the legend of the fleeing Heike family to the present day. Centered around items related to the Heike family passed down at Gokanosho, it features a museum displaying precious relics and a stage where visitors can enjoy Noh plays related to the Heike family and other performances. The facility introduces the history and lifestyle of the Heike family at the time. Additionally, it includes a thatched-roof dining area where visitors can enjoy wild vegetable dishes and handmade soba noodles.

Address
〒869-4512
160-1, Momigi, Izumimachi, Yatsushiro city, Kumamoto
TEL
0965-67-5372
Close
Tuesday, New year holidays
Fees
Adult/400yen Child/200yen ※group discount available
Hours
December ~ September/9:00~17:00
April ~ November/8:00~17:30
Access
100mins from Matsubase IC, 110mins from Yatsushiro IC
Parking Lot
60 cars
URL
https://www.city.yatsushiro.lg.jp/kankou/kiji003101/index.html
 

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