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MuseumIryūda, Hakone
Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Natural History
About
Located just outside central Hakone, this impressive, multi-story museum offers a fascinating look at the geological formation of the earth, plate tectonics, and Japan's diverse natural history. Visitors can marvel at massive dinosaur fossils, an extensive collection of taxidermy, and beautiful mineral specimens in highly visual exhibits. It is an engaging, family-friendly detour that provides a deeper appreciation of the volcanic forces that created the surrounding Hakone landscape.
Insider Tip
Take the Hakone Tozan Railway to Iryuda Station; the museum is a flat, easy three-minute walk from there, making it a perfect rainy-day stop.
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