Wakayama Prefectural Museum of Natural History

The Wakayama Prefectural Museum of Natural History showcases geological formations, fossils, wildlife specimens, and marine life exhibits across multiple exhibition rooms.

The museum began operations in January 1982 and received its official inauguration on July 27, 1982, becoming a registered institution by Japan's Ministry of Education.

The research collection maintains 167,000 specimens representing the natural heritage of Wakayama Prefecture, supporting scientific studies and educational initiatives.

Located at 370-1 Funao in Kainan, the museum combines indoor exhibition spaces with outdoor areas for observing regional flora and fauna.

The facility integrates a dedicated aquarium section displaying native aquatic species from Wakayama's waters within its first exhibition room.

Location: Kainan

Inception: 1982

Official opening: July 27, 1982

Operator: 和歌山県

Phone: +81734831777

Email: postmaster@shizenhaku.wakayama-c.ed.jp

Website: https://shizenhaku.wakayama-c.ed.jp

GPS coordinates: 34.15864,135.19208

Latest update: March 12, 2025 20:39