posted on October 21, 2014
This place is written as [知床博物館] in Japanese.
Shiretoko Museum (知床博物館) houses an extensive collection of records and documents related to the region’s wildlife, including the Higuma (Hokkaido bear) and the Steller’s sea eagle, as well as various plants and insects. The museum also features numerous documents on local history, covering the prehistoric age and Ainu culture in Shari Town. Visiting the museum provides a profound understanding of Shiretoko and its rich natural and cultural heritage.
Link
Shiretoko Museum Official Site
Access
- 20 min by walk or 5 min by car from Shiretoko Shari station
- 40 min by car from Abashiri station
- 1 hour by car from Memanbetsu Airport
Open
9:00–17:00
Close
April to October Monday, if Monday is Holiday, it’s opened and next Tuesday is closed. November to March Monday and Holiday(Saturday and Sunday opened) If Monday is Holiday, next Tuesday is closed. Dec,30 to Jan, 5 are closed.
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