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Arishima Memorial Museum
A museum with a view of Mount Yotei and a must-visit café, dedicated to Taisho-era writer Arishima Takeo.
Arishima Takeo, a key figure of the "Shirakaba-ha" (White Birch Society) and known for works like "The Conflict of Life" and "A Certain Woman," is celebrated at this museum. It's established on the site of the Arishima Farm, developed by Arishima's father, Takeo, to commemorate the writer's life.
The museum, shaped like Hokkaido, showcases his writings, letters, photographs, and more, highlighting Arishima's career and his groundbreaking "Land Liberation," where he freely offered his farm to tenant farmers.
Holding over 10,000 pieces, illustrator Hideyuki Fujikura's "harie" artworks depict Hokkaido's seasonal landscapes, making it especially popular among international visitors for offering a journey through Hokkaido without leaving Niseko.
The museum also features a book café in collaboration with a popular Niseko coffee shop. Here, visitors can enjoy views of the majestic Mount Yotei, dubbed "Ezo Fuji," and the Niseko Mountain Range while savoring original blend coffee and Mocha soft inspired by Arishima's works. The beautifully maintained garden, commemorating his 110th birthday, is also worth exploring (Cafe use only is free.).
Highlights
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Introduces the legacy of Taisho-era novelist Arishima Takeo.
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Features Hideyuki Fujikura's "harie" artworks depicting Hokkaido landscapes.
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Includes a book café with views of Mount Yotei.
Photos
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![A museum with stunning views of Mount Yotei]()
A museum with stunning views of Mount Yotei
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![Permanent exhibition room introducing Arishima's life and farm]()
Permanent exhibition room introducing Arishima's life and farm
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![A book café where you can enjoy original blend coffee while taking in the view]()
A book café where you can enjoy original blend coffee while taking in the view
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![Hideyuki Fujikura's "Wind Blowing through Arishima," 2012]()
Hideyuki Fujikura's "Wind Blowing through Arishima," 2012
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
There is simple leaflet in English.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
Free Wi-Fi is available in the book café.
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Are coin lockers available?
There are no lockers, but offer luggage storage at the reception desk.
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Is it possible to re-enter the premises?
It is possible on the same day.
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Are there any smoking areas?
Not available.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 有島記念館
- Postal Code
- 048-1531
- Address
- 57 Arishima, Nisekocho, Abutagun, Hokkaido
- Telephone
- 0136-44-3245
- Closed
- Mondays (If it is a national holiday, the next day is closed), New Year’s holiday period.
- Business Hours
- 9:00am - 5:00pm (Admission allowed until 4:30pm)
- Admission
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Adults 500yen, High school students 100yen
※Free for junior high students and under, Niseko residents over 65 - Access
- From JR Hakodate Main Line’s Kutchan Station ride the Donan Bus, get off at “Arishima Kinenkan-mae” Bus stop and About 5 minutes walk from there.
- Credit Cards
- Not accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (English)