JMSDF Kure Museum (Tetsunokujira Kan)
JMSDF Kure Museum Iron Whale Museum
Located in Kure, Hiroshima, the JMSDF Kure Museum (Tetsunokujira Kan) is the only facility in Japan featuring an actual decommissioned submarine…Esplora questo luogo
The JMSDF Kure Museum, affectionately known as "Tetsunokujira Kan" (Iron Whale Museum), is a facility dedicated to public relations for the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF).
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Su JMSDF Kure Museum (Tetsunokujira Kan)
- Experience a rare opportunity to see a real submarine, the 'Akishio,' up close—a unique exhibit in Japan.
- You can actually step onto the deck, allowing for a firsthand look at the internal structure of a submarine.
- The multi-level exhibition design provides a systematic and educational journey from JMSDF history to advanced naval technology.
- With free admission, it is an easy and accessible stop during your sightseeing tour of Kure.
Previsioni meteo
lun
03/08
35°/28°
94%
mar
04/08
31°/27°
64%
mer
05/08
34°/26°
31%
gio
06/08
34°/28°
2%
ven
07/08
31°/28°
23%
sab
08/08
30°/27°
32%
dom
09/08
30°/26°
38%
Consigli
Payment
Admission is free.
English Support
Please check local signage or staff for English-language availability on-site.
Reservations
No advance booking is necessary.
Clothing
As there is an outdoor exhibition area, please dress appropriately for the weather.
Photography
Please follow the instructions provided by staff regarding photography.
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrances and restrooms are available.
Etiquette
Please follow the instructions of the staff when exploring the interior of the submarine and other exhibit areas.