Kiseki Museum of World Stones, Geological museum in Fujinomiya, Japan
The Kiseki Museum of World Stones is a natural science museum in Fujinomiya displaying more than two thousand specimens of rocks, minerals, fossils, and gemstones collected from many continents. The exhibition halls organize the collection by origin and mineral type.
The museum opened in 1971 as Japan's first specialized institution dedicated to collecting stones from around the world. This founding established a new focus on geology and minerals within the country's scientific community.
The collection reflects how people worldwide appreciate and preserve stones, with specimens showing the value minerals hold across different societies. Visitors can observe directly how nature creates distinct forms and colors that have mattered to communities.
Take time to explore the different exhibition areas, as the collection is extensive and invites thorough viewing. The museum maintains regular opening hours, and it is helpful to check in advance if special programs or guided tours are available.
A special section uses ultraviolet light to reveal hidden colors in minerals that remain invisible under normal light. This effect shows that stones hold more than what the eye first perceives.
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