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Katsuyama Dinosaur Museum
勝山恐竜博物館Fukui · Chubu
The Katsuyama Dinosaur Museum is the largest dinosaur museum in Japan, showcasing an extensive collection of dinosaur fossils and life-sized models. It offers interactive exhibits and educational programs, making it a fantastic destination for families and dinosaur enthusiasts alike.
- Best season
- Year-round
- Crowd level
- Popular
- Rating
- 4.5· 16,613 reviews
- Opening hours
- Mon–Tue 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wed Closed Thu–Sun 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Admission
- Permanent exhibition: adults ¥1,000; high school/university ¥800; elementary/junior high ¥500; 70+ ¥500; preschoolers free. Outdoor Dinosaur Museum and fossil-dig experience are separate (¥1,300 / ¥2,200).
- Nearest station
- Hishima Station
- Website
- dinosaur.pref.fukui.jp
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
Today
9:00–17:00Sun closedAdmission
- Permanent exhibition: adults ¥1,000; high school/university ¥800; elementary/junior high ¥500; 70+ ¥500; preschoolers free. Outdoor Dinosaur Museum and fossil-dig experience are separate (¥1,300 / ¥2,200).
Stored weekly hours
Mon–Tue 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wed Closed Thu–Sun 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
How to get there
From Nagoya Station · ~2h 30m by car
Tags
dinosaurmuseumfamily-friendly
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