Shizuoka Time Travel 2026: Exploring Prehistory and Ancient Times Through Archaeological Finds
It is known that people were living in Shizuoka City, where the Toro Ruins are located, long before the Toro settlement was established. This exhibition showcases artifacts discovered at archaeological sites in the Shizuoka City area dating back to the Yayoi, Jomon, and Kofun periods, offering a glimpse into the history of Shizuoka City as revealed through archaeology and excavation surveys.What were the lives and landscapes of people like in the periods before and after the time of Tōro Village? Let’s take a journey through history, comparing these periods with the Tōro Site.
[Exhibition Period] Saturday, April 18, 2026 – Sunday, June 28, 2026
[Hours] 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
[Closed] Mondays and the day after national holidays
[Admission] General: 300 yen; High school and college students: 200 yen; Elementary and junior high school students: 50 yen
◇ Exhibition Commentary ◇ We will explain the highlights and appeal of the exhibition.
Sunday, May 3, 2026, and Sunday, June 14, 2026
Each day: 10:30 AM–, 2:00 PM–
Location: Toro Museum 2nd Floor, Special and Temporary Exhibition Room
Cost: Free (Admission fee required)
Themes
- Exhibition Flyer (Front)
- Exhibition Flyer (Back)
Basic Information
- Dates
- Saturday, April 18, 2026 – Sunday, June 28, 2026
- Venue
- Shizuoka City Toro Museum
- Address
- 5-10-5 Toro, Suruga Ward, Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture
- Telephone Number
- 054-285-0476（Shizuoka City Toro Museum）
- Access
[Car]
Approximately 10 minutes from the Tomei Shizuoka Interchange
Approximately 10 minutes from the Tomei Nihondaira-Kunozan Smart Interchange[Public Transportation]
From Platform 22 at the South Exit of JR Shizuoka Station, take the Ishida Kaido Line bound for "Toro Ruins" and get off at the last stop (approx. 10-minute ride)- Car Park
[Standard-sized vehicle]
There is a parking lot with 50 spaces on the south side of the ruins.[Paid/Free]
Paid parking (400 yen per standard-sized vehicle)- Website
Click here for the official website of the Shizuoka City Toro Museum
*Please note that business hours, holidays, and prices are subject to change, so please check with the contact information provided before visiting.
