20 Yokosuka Yosida, Tsukidate, Kurihara City, Miyagi Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥500
Discover the fascinating world of insects at the Sanctuary Center Tsukidate Hall (Insect Museum), located near the Ramsar Convention-registered Izunuma and Uchinuma wetlands in Kurihara City, Miyagi Prefecture. This museum showcases the diverse insect life inhabiting the area through captivating exhibits and specimens. Accessible by a 10-minute taxi ride from Kurikoma-Kogen Station on the Tohoku Shinkansen or a 15-minute drive from Tsukidate IC on the Tohoku Expressway, the museum offers free admission and barrier-free facilities, including Braille guidance, ramps, accessible restrooms, and wheelchair accessibility. Explore the beautiful displays of colorful butterflies and beetles, and don't miss the chance to purchase insect repellent spray. With an annual attendance of approximately 8,000 visitors, this small but engaging museum is a must-see for nature enthusiasts and families.
Barrier-free facilities: Braille guidance, slopes and handrails, wheelchair-accessible restrooms. Scale: Approximately 8,000 visitors per year.