Ryusenshindo Science Museum

A limestone cave discovered after the Ryusendo Cave–one of Japan's three major caves–in Iwaizumi-cho. In 1967, Ryusendo Cave was discovered during construction to widen a prefectural road. The well-developed cave system and its water course markings have scientific value, and in 1975 it was opened to the public as a science museum. In addition to the stalactites and stalagmites that are still being surveyed, there are abundant traces of pre-modern people. The cave has displays depicting life in the cave, which acted as shelter from the elements. There is also an area of water that looks beautiful when lit up.

Spot details

Address: Iwate Shimohei-gun Iwaizumicho Iwaizumi Kannari Map
Area: Sanriku Coast Area
Phone: 0194222566
Hours: 9:00-16:00
Closed: open everyday (may be closed due to increased Wednesday due to heavy rain)
Fees: [Admission fee] 1,100yen (common with Ryusendo Cave)
Parking Lot: Available(442spaces)
Credit Card: Available (VISA, MasterCard, UnionPay)
Smoking: Not available (Smoking area available on site)
Wi-Fi: Available(Iwaizumi-Free-Wi-Fi-01)
Estimated stay time: 0-30 minutes
Infant friendly: Available