DISCOVER FUKUI

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This museum specializes in geology and paleontology with a focus on dinosaurs. It is known as one of the three leading dinosaur museums in the world because of its scale and contents.

The museum is more than just a tourism facility; it is a gateway to the prehistoric world.

The museum is divided into three zones: "The World of Dinosaurs," "Science of the Earth," and "History of Life." It is filled with 50 dinosaur skeletons, thousands of fossils, and a huge diorama.

There is also a moving Tyrannosaurus, a CG theater, and a powerful dino theater that will take your breath away.

In addition, there is a full range of hands-on programs where visitors can enjoy cleaning fossils and excavating them as if they were researchers.

The majestic silver architecture was designed with a pillarless structure that does not obstruct the exhibition space, and the building itself is also worth the visit. Experience the excitement of history and discovery at the Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum, one of Japan's largest and one of the world's leading spots for dinosaur lovers.

Advance reservations are recommended as this is a very popular facility.

Field station tours are available throughout much of the year. These two-hour guided tours show Japan’s largest dinosaur discovery site, where several new dinosaur species have been found. The site has fossils on display that were unearthed there. Visitors to the field station can try to find fossils by breaking open rocks with a hammer and chisel.

The museum shop offers a selection of dinosaur-themed toys, lifestyle accessories, and clothing, and the restaurant serves dinosaur-inspired dishes and local everyday favorites.