Goshoura Cretaceous Museum

The Goshoura Cretaceous Museum exhibits an extensive collection of fossils from the Cretaceous period, including dinosaur bones and marine specimens discovered in the region.

Established in July 1997, this museum documents the paleontological discoveries made throughout the Amakusa area, preserving important specimens from millions of years ago.

The museum functions as an educational center where students and researchers study the geological formations and prehistoric life forms that existed in ancient Japan.

Located within the Amakusa-Goshoura Geopark, the museum operates daily from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, offering guided tours and fossil hunting activities for visitors.

The surrounding area contains multiple fossil sites where visitors can observe authentic specimens in their original geological context, providing direct evidence of prehistoric life.

Location: Amakusa

Official opening: July 1997

Operator: 天草市

Opening Hours: 08:30-17:00

Website: http://gcmuseum.ec-net.jp

GPS coordinates: 32.33750,130.33792

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:05