Exhibition Room

1. Guidance Theater

Introducing the formation of Hachijojima and its history from the Jomon period to the present day with powerful three-screen visuals.

2. Kihachijo: The Silk Fabric that Supported the Island

A clear introduction to the history and production methods of Kihachijo, using looms, samples, and video.

3. The Jomon Period on Hachijojima

Introducing the life of the Jomon people on Hachijojima, focusing on two archaeological sites and their artifacts.

4. Ancient and Medieval Hachijojima

Introducing the history of rule from the mainland and the legends and beliefs remaining on the island.

5. Hachijojima and Exiles in the Edo Period

Introducing the exile system of the Edo Shogunate and its history, along with notable exiles.

6. The History and Culture of Hachijojima

Introducing the traditional culture of Hachijojima (dwellings, songs and dances, dialect, folk tools) and its history from the Meiji era to the present day.

Earthen Floor with Coral at the Entrance

The earthen floor at the main entrance is made of mortar mixed with coral fragments. This is a remnant of the Tokyo Metropolitan Branch Office from when it was used as a coral trading venue, and fragments generated during actual transactions are used.

Hours

9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (Open year-round)

Admission (Cash only)