Yamato Museum
Yamato Museum
4.5
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Raphaël v
Tongeren, Belgium195 contributions
Nov 2024 • Friends
Nice very clear museum. Most of the explanation is in Japanese. If you look up the history of the ship on Wikipedia in advance, the concise explanation in English in the museum is enough. It is a pity that more footage is not shown on the big screen upstairs in the museum. Nice shop.
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Written 16 November 2024
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猛虎過江měnghǔ guòjiāng・The way of Tigers🐯
Fujinomiya, Japan6,742 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
From Moji to Miyajima to Kure, the LEXUS arrived as scheduled. Last time, we parked in the department store opposite the Science Museum, but this time, since it was a weekday, we were able to park in the parking lot on the south side of the museum. My wife and I spent about an hour looking around the exhibits in the Yamato Museum. I was happy to see the Yamato Battleship and the Zero Fighter Model 62. The engine of the Model 62 is the air-cooled radial 14-cylinder "Sakae" manufactured by Nakajima Aircraft (now Subaru). Prewar aircraft manufacturers such as Nakajima Aircraft, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, and Kawanishi Aircraft were world-renowned for their technological capabilities, and produced fighter planes. After the war, that technology was passed down and used to manufacture the Shinkansen and other trains.
Written 13 December 2023
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カープ坊主
Kyoto, Japan1,006 contributions
Jan 2024 • Family
This is my first visit in about 5 years! This time, I visited with my family. We had plenty of time this time, so we were able to take our time and look around, which I'm very satisfied with. It's rare to find such a beautiful historical exhibit and a museum with such rich content that both adults and children can enjoy it. It's the best history and science museum in Japan.
Written 5 January 2024
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智0701
Kasukabe, Japan853 contributions
Mar 2024 • Family
A 1/100th scale replica of the battleship Yamato is placed at the entrance, giving it an impressive look. You can see the history of Yamato's construction through materials and videos. Battleships other than Yamato are also mentioned, making it an interesting facility for battleship enthusiasts.
Written 23 March 2024
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柠檬水
Shanghai, China23 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
There's the battleship Yamato that kids like to see, and there's the Zero, the Huiten Torpedo and a lot of other World War II Japanese weaponry. A strong sense of history, worth a visit. There are plenty of models for sale in the letter shop, too.
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Written 19 July 2024
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maperrin
Aix-en-Provence, France522 contributions
Mar 2014 • Solo
40 mn from Hiroshima, a very interesting museum about This ship, with many information on Japanese Navy during WWII. Lack of translation is on purpose. It is obvious that the museum aims to deal with "domestic trauma". Foreigners are welcome, but not so much. And this makes the Museum even more interesting. Visit to the Submarine on the other side of the street is also worth half an hour at least.
Written 13 March 2014
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sayles033
Misawa, Japan140 contributions
Nov 2012 • Couples
I`ve been to the museum twice and each time there is more to see. I have a special interest in the ship as my step-father was in one of the American submarines that discovered YAMATO as she headed south to Okinawa. That sighting report set into action the ultimate destruction of the ship and many of the crew. It was with mixed emotions that I looked at the artifacts that had been retireved from the debries field - some items of equipment and some personal items. As a Sailor it was a moment to reflect on what had happened and mourn the deaths of many young men who died for their country. However the museum is more that just a museum about one ship. There is a Zeke aircraft on display as well as kaitan - manned torpedos. There is a hands on lab for children and a simulator for trying your hand at manuvering a large ship into a tight dock. Surprisingly the kids seemed to do better at getting the ship into the dock than their dads. It is harder than it looks. Don`t forget to go outside and walk along the sloping sidewalk. It is acutally a full scale representation of the deck of YAMATO and incorporates the unique deck configuration. In all this is a fine muusem, interpreting not just Naval artifiacts but giving a concise and valuable history of the City of Kure as well.
Written 6 September 2013
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Yohanes T
Indonesia31 contributions
Jan 2013 • Couples
I went to visit this museum as part of the package tour to Hiroshima that I purchased. I didn't expect too much in the beginning but when getting there I totally agree with other reviewers. This is a must-visit site for military or naval enthusiast.
Although we need to walk from Kure Station but the sign is very clear. Just follow the sign. Combining the visit with JMSDF Museum (just on the opposite site) is also a good option. While YOUME shopping mall can be a place for resting, having meal or even shopping.
Although we need to walk from Kure Station but the sign is very clear. Just follow the sign. Combining the visit with JMSDF Museum (just on the opposite site) is also a good option. While YOUME shopping mall can be a place for resting, having meal or even shopping.
Written 25 February 2013
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MrPKI
Bellevue, WA978 contributions
May 2014 • Couples
It is only a 30 minute train ride from Hiroshima station to visit the naval museums in Kure. They are only a 10 minute walk from the station and only 500 yen for entrance and an English audio guide. A lot of battleship and naval history and is a very pleasant military related museum. Highly recommended if that is an area of interest for you.
Written 11 May 2014
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spinkk
Summerville, SC231 contributions
The Yamato, largest warship ever built, was constructed in the Kure shipyards during World War II, and was sunk by US airplanes in April 1945 on its way to the battle of Okinawa. The museum's centerpiece is a 1/10th scale model of the huge vessel, an exact replica that is over 26 meters long. Exhibits include a real Zero aircraft, one-man and two-man submarines and other nautical treasures. Exhibits for the kids include a full-scale ferry docking simulator and props from the "Space Battleship Yamato" movie. The museum in downtown Kure, a short walk from the train station, overlooks the shipyards where modern supertankers are built.
Written 28 September 2009
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What day is it closed as the last time my son and I was there it was closed. Thanks Rod Hurst
Written 7 February 2018
It is closed every Tuesday.If the day is a holiday, it will be opened and the next day i.e. Wednesday will be closed.
Written 8 February 2018
I would like to buy a calander for 2018 posted to australia
How do i go about it
Written 21 January 2018
I did not understand what you were talking about so I checked the Yamato Museum on line shopping site and knew that the calendar is available at Yen1,080 but they will send it only to a local address(not overseas) at Yen600. I think you should ask your local friend to get it and send to your address.
Written 21 January 2018
I have been to the Museum but on the day it was closed I am going back to Japan with my 12 yr old son next year I want to see the Museum can any one tell me what days are they open.....Rod H from Sydney Australia
Written 31 October 2017
In the entry hall of the Yamato museum are some small Locker. Perfect for hand luggage but too small for a trolley suitcase.
Written 27 February 2020
MetallicaDutch
Sint Nicolaasga, The Netherlands
Is it closed anywhere between 29th of December until 2nd of January (excluding 1st, which is a logical closing date)
Written 21 September 2016
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