Nisshinkan

Nisshinkan locates in the city of Aizuwakamatsu in central Fukushima prefecture. Built in 1980, it was the institution for the highest level of education.
Children of samurai would enter Nisshinkan at 10 years old, and study to become the future leaders of Japan. At Nisshinkan, there was a gym, an observatory, a pool (Japan’s oldest), and more. The school burned down in the Boshin War (1868 – 1869), and the building today is a reconstructed version of the original.
Today, the Nisshinkan building is used as a museum, accommodation site, filming location and more, and is open to the public. You can also experience Aizu area traditions, such as tea ceremonies, zen, archery and painting akabeko, a traditional toy from the region. Make sure to reserve your akabeko painting session before your visit.