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Ishikawa Insect Museum, Entomological museum in Hakusan, Japan

The Ishikawa Insect Museum features a greenhouse with 1,000 butterflies, including the giant sargassum butterfly and various tropical species from Okinawa.

The facility opened in 1998 with a mission to educate visitors about insects and their roles in maintaining ecological balance.

The entrance displays a large stainless steel stag beetle monument created by sculptor Daido Nakajima, representing a European Reverdin's species.

The museum operates daily from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with admission prices of 410 yen for adults and 200 yen for elementary students.

The museum features an artificial pond that developed into a natural biotope over 25 years, supporting multiple insect species and small animals.

Location: Hakusan

Inception: July 22, 1998

Official opening: July 22, 1998

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:30-16:30

Website: https://furekon.jp/english

GPS coordinates: 36.44414,136.63233

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:04

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