Iino UFO Museum, UFO and astronomy museum in Iino-machi, Japan
The Iino UFO Museum is an astronomy and UFO-themed museum located in the rural village of Iino-machi. It holds thousands of photographs, videos, and documents concerning unidentified flying object sightings across Japan.
This museum opened in 1992 in response to numerous UFO sightings reported around Mount Sengan in the Fukushima region. The founding reflected the local community's growing interest in unexplained aerial phenomena.
The facility incorporates traditional Japanese tatami rooms named Universe and Galaxy, blending local architectural style with otherworldly themes. These spaces show how the community has woven UFO interest into its identity.
This museum is accessible by bus from larger train stations and welcomes visitors on most days of the week. It helps to check opening hours in advance and allow adequate time to explore the various exhibits.
The museum preserves audio recordings of aircraft pilots who reported observing an unexplained aerial object during flight operations. These recordings offer direct documentation of one of Japan's most notable aviation encounters.
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