Asama Volcano Museum

The Asama Volcano Museum in Naganohara presents models, displays, and films about the geological features and eruption patterns of Mount Asama. The exhibits explain how this active volcano has shaped and continues to shape the landscape.

The museum was founded in 1967 and replaced an earlier observation station that monitored Mount Asama, one of the most active volcanoes on Honshu Island. This shift reflects how the region adapted its approach to understanding and managing volcanic hazards.

The museum is part of the North Asama Geopark project, which helps visitors understand the landscape and how it was formed by volcanic activity. Regular programs throughout the year connect people with the natural forces that shaped this area.

The facility has a rest area for about 300 people and parking for about 300 cars, with wheelchair access throughout. An on-site restaurant with about 70 seats provides food and refreshments for visitors during their stay.

Visitors can walk through volcanic terrain on a dedicated trail marked with information panels and concrete emergency shelters. This approach reveals how people in the area live with an active volcano nearby.

Location: Naganohara

Inception: April 18, 1967

GPS coordinates: 36.44000,138.53528

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:21