Enjoy a nostalgic time at "Sandaikosha Fureai no Sato," a village of school buildings from the Meiji to Showa eras -- Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture --

School buildings symbolizing each era, Meiji, Taisho, and Showa, still remain today. If you are a fan of Japanese culture and history, why not visit at least once?

• Table of Contents
• First, the Meiji school building (1868-1912) - Tsugane School -
• Next is the Taisho School Building (1912-1926) -Taishokan-
• Finally, Showa Campus (1926-1989) - Delicious School -

First, the Meiji school building (1868-1912) - Tsugane School -

The vivid blue of this Meiji-era school building is a striking sight. Its beautiful exterior makes it hard to believe it dates back to the Meiji period. The single cherry blossom tree next to the school building is beautiful and makes a great photo spot.

Immediately upon entering the facility, there is a coffee shop, the interior of which has a retro atmosphere.

Meiji Cafe

Business hours: 9:00 - 17:00 (entry until 16:30)

Closed: Wednesdays (open on public holidays, closed the following day)

The second floor is the local history museum. Old photos that give a sense of the school's history from the Meiji to Showa periods are on display. The textbooks, science experiment equipment, desks and chairs that were once used give a sense of history. You'll feel nostalgic as you remember your childhood.

Next is the Taisho School Building (1912-1926) -Taishokan-

In the spacious school building, you can experience making hoto, a local dish of Yamanashi Prefecture. Hoto is a food unique to Yamanashi. If you are interested in Japanese food culture, why not give it a try? Local people will teach you how to make it directly. (Please make a reservation in advance.)

This is a valuable experience where you can directly interact with local people. I highly recommend it.

Cooking and eating with your own hands - this experience will give you a greater sense of Japan.

Finally, Showa Campus (1926-1989) - Delicious School -

This Meiji-era school building is the newest of the three . Local products are lined up inside the store. There are also shops selling agricultural produce and processed foods, an Italian restaurant, and a restaurant where you can eat traditional Japanese "school lunches." You can experience what it was like to be a student in Japan in the past.

Oishii Gakko also offers accommodation and a fragrant bath using locally grown herbs.

A unique facility where you can experience Japan. Please try the experience that you can only have here. It is a place filled with many attractions, such as Japanese history, original scenery, and interactions with local people.

Additional Information

Recommendation: It is best to visit in the spring, as this is also known as a famous cherry blossom viewing spot in Hokuto City. The cherry blossoms in full bloom are spectacular.

Click here for cherry blossom spots in the city

There is also a nice cafe nearby.

📍: The Sandaikosha Fureai no Sato

3058 Sutamacho Shimotsugane, Hokuto, Yamanashi 407-0322