Whale Town Oshika, Visitor center in Ayukawahama, Japan
The Whale Town Oshika complex includes three main facilities: Cottu tourism exchange center, Oshika Peninsula Visitor Center, and Oshika Whale Land on a 6-meter seawall.
The center, inaugurated on October 4, 2019, stands as a response to revitalize tourism in the Oshika Peninsula region following local development initiatives.
The facility promotes regional heritage through exhibitions about marine life, traditional whaling practices, and local craftsmanship, connecting visitors with Oshika Peninsula traditions.
Visitors can access restaurants serving local seafood, purchase regional products at Cottu, and use facilities including information desk, restrooms, nursing rooms, and coin lockers.
From the center's interior, guests obtain complete views of Ayukawa Port while learning about marine ecosystems through specialized whale-related exhibitions and activities.
Location: Ayukawahama
Official opening: October 4, 2019
Website: https://oshika.miyagi.jp
GPS coordinates: 38.29481,141.50975
Latest update: March 9, 2025 15:11
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