Tsuchinoko Museum

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This is the only museum in Japan with displays related to Tsuchinoko, a mythical snake-like creature that some claim to have encountered. Higashishirakawa Village reports the most Tsuchinoko sightings in Japan. The museum has a replica of a Tsuchinoko faithfully reproduced from information gathered from sightings as well as a variety of Tsuchinoko related merchandise. They also hold events with prize money available, as well as activities and functions like Tsuchinoko hunts, catching rainbow trout by hand, crafting workshops, raffles, and traditional mochi rice cake throwing. You can also buy village specialties such as elegantly flavored Shirakawa tea and their own tomato juice and ketchup.

Spot details

Address: Gifu Kamo-gun Higashishirakawamura Kando 426-1 Map
Area: Tono Area
Phone: 0574783192
Hours: 9:00-17:00
Closed: Wednesday
Fees: [Admission fee] Free
[Tsuchinoko Museum] 300yen
Parking Lot: Available(10spaces)
Credit Card: Available (VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMEX, UnionPay, DISCOVER, Diners Club)
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Available(tuchinoko Free WI-Fi)
Average budget: [Lunch] 1-1,000yen
Estimated stay time: 0-30 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available