Yoshii Folk Museum

The Akaiwa City Yoshii Local History Museum (formerly the main building of Nibori Junior High School) is a building that was relocated and reduced in size from the main building of the former Nibori Junior High School, which was built in 1927 (Showa 2). It was registered as a registered tangible cultural property in 2007, and exhibits local folklore materials and school-related materials. == Overview == In 1927 (Showa 2), a new school building was constructed as the main building of Nibori Elementary School in Nibori Village, Akaiwa District. At that time, Nibori Elementary School was the central traditional school for the five villages in the northern part of the district, and produced many graduates. The school was closed in 1981 due to a series of consolidations and abolitions due to the rapid depopulation of rural areas. However, many school district residents and alumni who regret the demolition have expressed their desire to preserve it. In order to at least document the situation, independent research began to be conducted. As a result, the demolition policy was reconsidered, and the school building itself was treated as a local historical document. In 1984, it was left as the Yoshii Local Museum. It was hoped that the building would be built on the site where it originally stood, but the convenience to many residents expected from the new facility, It was decided to move the school to its current location in order to resolve several issues, including smooth management and operation and effective use of the school building site. On May 15, 2007, Yoshii Local Museum was registered as a registered tangible cultural property. == History == === From opening to closing of elementary school === 1869 (Meiji 2) - A school building is established in Nibori and education begins. 1875 (Meiji 8) - A new school building was built in Nibori Higashi and renamed Nibori Elementary School, School District No. 23.