Hakata Machiya Hometown Museum

A great museum showcasing Hakata's history. It features a two story museum, a rebuilt traditional Hakata house and a gift shop. It also has 2 experiences happening every day. The prices to enter are very reasonable and almost all exhibits come with a QR code for translation. The only slight negative is that the exhibits are smaller than expected.

came here while waiting to check into my hotel, there is a few series of buildings along the street worth seeing. we first saw a souvenir shop, then the machiya hall and the museum. museum entrance fee was 200 yen and there were 2 floors of exhibits. they prvide QR translation in english, chinese and korean for their exhibits. many of the exhibits of the history of hakata specifically in the meiji period were interactive and fun so we enjoyed it. there is a resting area and toilet in basement that also had very retro atmosphere. they also have experience workshops that changes almost daily which costs abt 2300 yen. we then went to the souvenir shop to take part in their experience workshops (separate from the museums). i did the calligraphy workshop for 1100 yen and it was really fun with lots of guidance from the staff. you can walk in and participate. the staff at the cafe counter will call the relevant staff down. we learnt a lot about the japanese language and characters through the experience. the souvenir shop also sold many interesting food/crafts and a cafe with coffee/matcha with a quiet relaxing atmosphere away frm the main street bustle. we also were in town just in time for the gion festival and the counter staff kindly directed us on when and where we can watch the festival proceedings during our stay.

Excellent, thoughtful small museum that brings the history of Hakata to life, not just in artifacts but animated displays and poignant recollections accompanied by personal drawings and paintings. Very well worth the time and modest entry fee.

A lovely small museum that tells the history of the Hakata area of old. Lots of elements with English information. There are craft displays at certain times daily. You can watch a VR display & film sequence of the summer festival.

Hakata Machiya Hometown Museum is a charming and immersive spot that offers a glimpse into Fukuoka’s rich history and traditional crafts. Housed in a beautifully preserved Meiji-era townhouse, the museum showcases artifacts, historical exhibits, and live demonstrations of local arts like Hakata weaving and doll-making. The interactive displays and friendly staff make it an engaging experience for history lovers. A great stop for those wanting to explore the cultural roots of Hakata!

Nice movie about the local summer festival celebrations race truly worth it

Tiny museum which represents a typical rebuilt Hakata house. It is interesting to see if you are passing by as basically nothing of old Hakata is left. Lovely souvenir store is located just next door.

Hakata Machiya Hometown Museum Is very small.