Guided in Japanese: Dinosaur Museum and Bamboo Doll Village

Description

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

What you will visit:
Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum
An incredibly lifelike Tyrannosaurus Rex greets visitors as they enter The Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum and and take futuristic escalator down. Dedicated to dinosaur research and education, it is recognized as one of the top dinosaur museums in the world and is the largest of its kind in Japan. Located in Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture, the center of dinosaur research in Japan and home to the country's most extensive excavation site, the modern museum spans four floors and features a Dinosaur World exhibition with over 40 dinosaur skeletons on display. The Earth Sciences exhibition teaches how life emerged on this planet, and the History of Life corner depicts the evolution of life from one-celled organisms to the emergence of mankind. The museum includes hands-on zones, a research laboratory where you can watch scientists clean fossils, a movie theater, a restaurant and a museum shop.

Echizen Bamboo Doll Village
Dainty dolls made with Moso and Madake bamboo are a traditional art form that began when scraps of bamboo used for basket making were transformed into little playthings. They gained popularity, and soon exhibits and notoriety followed. In the Echizen Bamboo Doll Village, these intricate bamboo dolls are created by skilled craftsmen, and visitors can stroll through the village-like setting observing the workshop, studio and gallery fully appreciating the artistry and craftsmanship throughout the doll making process. Guests are also encouraged to make a bamboo doll of their own as a souvenir.

What you will see along the way:
The port city of Tsuruga is surrounded by mountain ranges on three sides and opens to the Sea of Japan. Tsuruga is renowned for its natural beauty, its urban center boasts historic landmarks, shrines, and a charming population of bronze statuettes, characters from artist Leiji Matsumato's anime comic books that were erected in celebration of the city's 100th anniversary.

Shopping:
Both museums have souvenir shops.

Special Notes:

Bamboo doll making experience fee is not included in the tour fare. Please enjoy is at your expense.