Asahikawa City Museum

The "Asahikawa City Museum" displays materials related to the history, culture, and nature of northern Hokkaido. A distinguishing feature is its rich collection of materials about the Ainu, the indigenous people of Hokkaido.

The permanent exhibition room is divided between the first floor and the basement. The first floor showcases materials that shed light on "The History and Culture of the Ainu, the Indigenous People". Exhibits here include Ainu houses, beautifully embroidered Ainu costumes, as well as costumes and ornaments of other northern ethnic groups, providing a wealth of things to see. The basement focuses on "Animals, Plants, and People Surviving Severe Winters". Here, you can find artifacts like pottery and stone tools of ancient people, along with materials about the nature around Asahikawa, its history, and its relationship with humans.

The museum has an atrium that stretches from the basement to the first floor, and in this space, trees symbolizing the forests of Asahikawa are displayed, allowing visitors to visualize the grand scale of Asahikawa's nature. A detailed diorama also captures attention and is a must-see.