San'in Kaigan Geopark Museum of the Earth and Sea
San'in Kaigan Geopark Museum of the Earth and Sea, Natural history museum in Iwami, Japan.
The San'in Kaigan Geopark Museum of the Earth and Sea displays specimens, images, and videos documenting the geological formations of the coastal region.
The museum opened its doors in 1981 as part of the larger San'in Kaigan area, which later gained UNESCO Global Geopark status in 2010.
The exhibition halls present the connections between geological features and local agricultural practices, including the cultivation methods in Tottori Sand Dunes.
Visitors can participate in outdoor observation sessions and nature lectures throughout the year, with expert guides explaining the geological characteristics.
The museum contains samples of sand and marine creatures in its experiential learning section, where guests examine the environmental elements firsthand.
Location: Iwami
Inception: 1981
Official opening: 1981
Operator: 鳥取県生活環境部
Website: https://pref.tottori.lg.jp/sanin-geopark
GPS coordinates: 35.59339,134.33947
Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:06
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