Historical Village of Hokkaido

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The Historical Village of Hokkaido in Sapporo, Japan, is an open-air museum that showcases the architectural and cultural history of Hokkaido from the Meiji and Taisho eras (1868-1926). The village features over 60 historical buildings, including farmhouses, merchant houses, and public buildings, which have been relocated and meticulously reconstructed to give visitors a glimpse of life in Hokkaido during its early days of development. The exhibits are arranged in thematic zones such as a fishing village, a farming village, and a mountain village, allowing visitors to explore the diverse lifestyles and occupations that shaped the region.

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