Tsuki-Usagi no Sato (Moon Rabbit Village), themed on the legend of the Moon Rabbit of Kaga, is a healing space that makes you feel as if you have wandered into Peter Rabbit’s world.
More than 50 cute rabbits of about 10 different species are free-ranging in the plaza, and their adorable appearance will soothe your heart.
Cuddle time is available for visitors to touch the fluffy rabbits (for a fee).
The museum is also dotted with works by sculptor Satoshi Yasuuchi, allowing visitors to enjoy a space where beautiful art and nature merge.
In addition, a variety of rabbit goods are sold in the general store, and visitors can taste local specialties in the café and dining area.
Visitors can also enjoy hands-on activities such as making fragrance bags with aromatic wood preparations, making manju (Japanese sweet buns), and baking freshly baked pies.
Legend of the Moon Rabbit
There is a story in Kaga called “The Legend of the Moon Rabbit. One day, a kind official saved an injured rabbit.
It is said that when it was raining exceptionally hard, the white rabbit appeared and the moon called for clear skies, resulting in a great harvest.
It is said that the white rabbit appeared and called the moon a “moon rabbit”, which in turn invites luck.
If you are looking for a peaceful holiday, please visit “Tsuki Usagi no Sato”.
9:00-16:00
Open all year round
Adults 300 yen
Elementary school students and under: 200 yen
Free for infants (under 3 years old)
From JR Kaga Onsen Station, take the Kaga Shuyu Bus (Canbus Kaga Echizen Line) → 34 Tsuki-Usagi no Sato bus stop
4 min. by local train from JR Kagaonsen Station (1 stop toward Fukui) → Approx. 4.3 km from JR Daishoji Station