Things to Do
Tonda Puppet Hall
The origins of Tonda Ningyokan date back to the 6th year of Tenpo (1835).
Overview
Access
- JR Biwako Line Nagahama Station 15 min by taxi (car)
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Highway (Hokuriku Expressway):
20 minutes from Nagahama I.C.
10 minutes from Odanijo Smart I.C.
National Route 8:
・From Nagahama
Turn left at the northern end of Mawatari Bridge and continue for 2 km.
・From Kinomoto
Turn right at the Ogura four-way intersection and continue for 1.5 km.
How to Get Here from Major Locations (Google Maps)
Nearby Hotels & Spots
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