JMSDF Kure Museum (Tetsunokujira—The Iron Whale)
Museum / Science Museum
It is a public relations facility of the Maritime Self-Defense Force in Kure City. It has been opened free of charge to the public since 2007. An authentic large submarine is displayed onshore and is a valuable spot where you can actually board the vessel and see and experience the life and environment inside a submarine. In addition, there are exhibits introducing the history of the Maritime Self-Defense Force and its relationship with Kure, and introduces the threat of mines and the activities of mine-sweeping vessels. There is also a shop where you can purchase Self- Defense Force goods and souvenirs of Kure.
Spot details
- Address
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Hiroshima Pref. Kureshi Takaramachi 5-32
Map
- Area
- Kure Area
- Phone
- 0823216111
- Hours
- 10:00-18:00 (Admission until 17:30)
- Closed
- Tuesday (In the case of public holidays, the next day will be closed)
- Fees
- [Admission fee]Free
- Parking Lot
-
Available
*Yamato Museum (Fee) - Credit Card
- Not available
- Smoking
- Not available
- Wi-Fi
- Not available
- English Menu
- Available
- Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day
- Yes
- Estimated stay time
- 30-60 minutes
- Wheelchair accessible
- Available
- Infant friendly
- Available
Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN