Okuizumo Tane Museum of Natural History

A natural experience of ancient organisms and the origin of the universe in Okuizumo

Surprising treasures born from the ancient land

The Okuizumo Tanegashima Nature Museum stands in the tranquil rural landscape of Okuizumo Town. From its appearance, one cannot imagine the adventures that await visitors beyond time and space. It is a rare place where you can experience the overwhelming flow of the grand history from the birth of dinosaurs' skeletons and replicas to the birth of the universe to the present day.

Numerous exhibits that seem to time-travel

Through exhibits of fossils, minerals, and strata, you can truly experience the appearance of ancient Earth. You can also touch real fossils, stimulating the dreams and curiosity of children. Don't miss the visual learning exhibits of the evolution of the universe from the Big Bang.

Spend the night at the museum!? Experience the extraordinary at the Night Museum

Featuring a mysterious accommodation facility, the greatest charm is the ability to spend a night in the museum. At the Night Museum, dinosaur exhibits are illuminated, and there are plans for exploring the museum at night. You can enjoy the museum from a different perspective than usual.

This museum, embraced by the vast nature of Okuizumo, offers an experience that connects ancient and modern times, as well as the Earth and the universe. It is a place recommended even for families, where you can taste a high-class extraordinary experience.