The only museum in Japan where you can enter a real submarine for free!
The museum displays the interior of the Akishio submarine, which was actually used by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force until 2004, as well as a replica minesweeper and mines, allowing you to gain a deeper understanding of the activities of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force.
After your tour, you can also enjoy browsing the extensive cafe and shop for JMSDF merchandise.
We also recommend combining your visit with the Yamato Museum across the street.
INFORMATION
- business hours
- 10: 00 ~ 18: 00 * Admission to the exhibition room is until 17:30, and the last order for the cafe is 17:00.
- Holidays
- Tuesdays *If a public holiday falls on a Tuesday, the following day will be closed. 12/29 - 1/3
- price
- free
- address
- 〒737-00295-32 Takaramachi, Kure City
- Phone Number
- 0823-21-6111
- Parking fee
- 60 minutes 100 yen
- Parking notes
- It is shared with the Yamato Museum parking lot: 67 cars (charged, 100 yen for 60 minutes).