90-1 Inuma, Kawanehon-cho, Haibara-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥500
The Yamabiko Museum, or Shiryokan Yamabiko, is located a short 3-minute walk from Sessokyo Onsen Station on the Oigawa Railway Ikawa Line. This museum offers an insightful look into the natural environment and history of the Okui region. Exhibits cover the seasons of Okui, the Oigawa River and its forestry industry, mountain village life, and insects of the Southern Alps. Visitors can explore displays about local flora and fauna, as well as historical artifacts related to the area's industries and lifestyle. The museum provides a glimpse into the past and present of this unique mountain region. Open during the day, it's an ideal stop for those interested in the local culture and natural history.