Kotohikihama Singing Sand Museum
ABOUT
THIS
SPOT
This is an experience-based museum where you can learn everything about the singing sands of Kotohikihama Beach.
Many things drift on the currents into Kotohikihama Beach from the Sea of Japan. Learn the stories these items tell. You can view the sand, quartz and small shell samples under a microscope to get a closer look.
The sand does not “sing” when wet, so if you miss the chance to hear the sand at Kotohikihama Beach you can hear it here regardless of the weather.
There are also Seashell Craft Activities to try here, they must be booked separately and in advance.
Details:
Entrance Fee: Adults 290 yen (200 yen for groups of 15 or more) /15 yrs and above 190 yen / Under 15 yrs 90 yen
(Carers accompanying someone that needs their assistance pay half price)
Free Parking on site
OTHER
FACTS
Nearby Points of Interest:
Kotohikihama Beach – Beach & Campsite
Hatchohama Beach – Beach
Torimatsu – Restaurant
Ajikobo Hisami – Restaurant
Tenki Tenki Tango – Gift Shop & Restaurant
Amity Tango – Gift Shop
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DETAILS
- Address
- 1250 Kakeji, Amino-cho, Kyotango City, Kyoto Prefecture 629-3112
- Business Hours
- Open 9 am to 5 pm (entrance to the building is closed at 4:30 pm)
- Holidays
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Closed every Tuesday
(Should a national holiday fall of a Tuesday the building will be closed that Wednesday)
Closed Dec. 28 to Jan 3.
*Open every day for summer vacation from July 25 to August 20
- Website
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http://www.nakisuna.jp/
(Japanese only)