3/1(Sun)～3/29(Sun)

3.11 Memorial Event 2026 Kesennuma City Great East Japan Earthquake Relics and Memorial Museum

Events 2026/02/17

March 2026 marks 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake and seven years since the opening of the Museum of Historical Relics and Traditions.
We will hold a memorial event to pass on the memories and lessons of the disaster to future generations as a "visible testament," and to express our gratitude to those who have supported us up until now. We will provide a special month in which disasters will "become your own problem, not someone else's problem."

Free admission for citizens on March 3th

On Wednesday, March 11th only, admission will be free for those who bring proof of Kesennuma city residency, such as a driver's license or health insurance card.

Overview of the 3.11 Memorial Event 2026

Kesennuma Folklore and Disaster Prevention Cultural Festival 2026 "15th Year of Seeding - A Compass for Nurturing New Life"

This event will be themed around "15th Year Sowing: A Compass for Nurturing New Life," and will feature presentations on disaster prevention, mitigation, and traditions compiled by elementary, junior high, and high school students in Kesennuma through classes and individual research. Presentations will be presented in a variety of styles, including workshops and booth exhibits.

Poster Exhibition: March 1st (Sun) - March 29th (Sun) 9:30am - 4:00pm
Presentations and Workshops: March 3th (Sat) and 14th (Sun) 15:9am
*Only in the morning on the 15th
Place: Experience exchange hall, training room, etc.
Admission fee: Free

3.11 Memorial Night Museum

This will be an opportunity to experience the cold and darkness experienced by those who had to evacuate outdoors, and to think about nighttime evacuation and disaster prevention measures. In addition, a "light" will be lit to express gratitude for 15 years of support and to convey a message for the future.

Date and Time: December 3 (Tue), 10:18–00:20 (JST)
Lights on from 18:30 (last admission 19:20)
Entry fee: Free
*There is an additional fee for visiting the Folk Museum.

Special Forum: "15 Years Since the Earthquake. Words of Gratitude We Want to Express Now"

The event will share the journey of "high school student storytellers" who are passing on memories to generations who do not know about the disaster, as well as messages of "thank you" from local residents to those who helped them at the time, and will reaffirm the bonds of support while looking ahead to the future of local traditions and coexistence. (Please see the back of the flyer for a list of speakers on the day.)

Date and Time: December 3th (Sun) 15: 13-30: 16
Place: Experience Exchange Hall
Entry fee: Free
Capacity: First 50 people

Disaster Prevention ◯✕ Quiz Rally

Through quizzes, everyone from children to adults can have fun while learning about disaster preparedness. Participants will receive an original sticker from the museum!

Date and Time: August 3th (Sun) -August 1th (Sun)
Entry fee: Free
* Anyone who visits the event can participate.

Everyone is a storyteller

You will be guided by storytellers active at the museum and local junior and senior high school students.

Date and Time: 3月8日(日)・3月10日(火)・3月11日(水)9:30～15:00
Entry fee: Free
*There is an additional fee for visiting the Folk Museum.

Let's have tea together

You can listen to the experiences of local people and enjoy interacting with them in a relaxed atmosphere over a cup of tea.

Date and Time: 3 Month 11 (Wednesday) 10: 00 to 15: 00
Entry fee: Free
*There is an additional fee for visiting the Folk Museum.

Points to note

・Participation in all events is free, however a separate admission fee will be charged for visiting the Folk Museum.
・Please note that the event schedule and content may be changed or canceled without notice.

Contact

Name of facility: Kesennuma City Great East Japan Earthquake Memorial Museum
Address: 988-0246, Hamijikamisemuka, Kesennuma City, Miyagi Prefecture, 9-1
TEL: 0226-28-9671
Official website: Kesennuma City Great East Japan Earthquake Memorial Museum