Museum of Nature and Human Activities |
Hanshin
Sanda
The Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Nature and Human Activities, also referred to as HITOHAKU, is a museum of natural history featuring the 'Co-existence of Nature and Human.' Exhibitions and seminars based on a wide range of research activities such as the preservation and revitalization of the natural environment and urban landscapes will satisfy the intellectual curiosity of children and adults.
The facilities on the premises, including the halls and lawn, are one of the largest amongst the public museums. In the main building, ordinary exhibits are separated into nine sections, including Nature in Hyogo, Life on Our Planet, and many more. Valuable collections such as specimen of insects and birds donated by enthusiasts are also worth seeing. Project exhibitions are occasionally held to introduce the latest topics of researchers.
The fossils of a new species of dinosaur, Tamba dinosaur (Tambatitanis amicitiae), discovered in Sannan town of Tamba city are exhibited in the museum, enriching visitor's experience. Located in a separate building, the Dinosaur Lab provides opportunity for visitors to observe the actual process of fossils preparation on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. In addition to that, actual excavation sessions are also held occasionally.
There are plenty of events for children, especially on holidays. It is an opportunity for visitors to gain insights into science through learning directly from experts.
INFORMATION
- Name
- Museum of Nature and Human Activities
- Annual Closures
- Every Monday (Open on national holidays, closed on the following day.)
*The museum is closed during the New Year’s holiday and its winter maintenance period.
- Opening Hours
- 10:00AM – 5:00PM (last entry at 4:30PM)
- Address
- 6 Yayoigaoka, Sanda City, 669-1546
- Access
- A few minutes on foot from Kobe Electric Railway Flower Town station.
- Admission Fee
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Seniors aged 65 and above: 105 yen
Adults: 210 yen
University students: 150 yen
High School students: 100 yen
Junior High School students and under: Free - Telephone
- 079-559-2001
- URL
- http://www.hitohaku.jp/english/
- Remarks
- There are elevators and wheelchair accessible restrooms. Ramps are installed at places where there is a difference in the height of floors.
In the museum, you can observe the natural environment and the rich collection on the history of the Earth. I recommend to people from all generations the seminars and workshops which they can repeatedly attend and encounter famous researchers in various fields. You can also have a picnic and enjoy the lawn of Shinoda Park located beside the main building. (Chiaki Kamiya)
Last updated: February 7, 2018
Event information and place details are subject to change. Please confirm in advance.
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