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Mutsu Kagaku Gijutsukan

Aomori · · Culture & History

Japanese name: むつ科学技術館

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A science museum preserving the actual reactor room of the nuclear ship Mutsu, on a site overlooking the Tsugaru Strait.

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Overview

A science museum preserving the actual reactor room of the nuclear ship Mutsu, on a site overlooking the Tsugaru Strait.

About this place

A comprehensive science and technology museum in Mutsu, Aomori. Located where you can see the whole Tsugaru Strait, the building is modeled on the nuclear-powered experimental ship Mutsu (Japan's first and the fourth built in the world). It opened in 1996. It has hands-on areas such as the Reactor Room Exhibition Room and the Mutsu Memorial Corner. Fees: adults 300 yen, high school students 200 yen, elementary and junior high school students 100 yen.

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*Because of construction work, viewing of some exhibits is restricted. From June 22, Reiwa 8 (2026) to March 31, Reiwa 9 (2027), admission fees are reduced or waived. [Information for Families with Children] ●Age limit / recommended age: None ●Physical restrictions such as height limits: None ●Facilities - Nursing room: Yes - Diaper-changing table: None - Stroller rental: Yes, no reservation needed ●Facilities for infants at dining venues *The dining facilities are currently under construction.

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