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Crane Museum at the World's Greatest Crane Migration Destination

About this spot

A museum themed around cranes, unique to Izumi, which is known worldwide as the greatest crane migration destination. Over 10,000 Hooded Cranes and White-naped Cranes arrive at the Izumi Plain each winter, migrating across the sea. Here, through taxidermy dioramas, videos, and specimen displays, you can learn about crane ecology and the relationship between these birds and the people of Izumi year-round. The family-oriented behavior of cranes, their long migratory journeys—the more you learn, the deeper the crane world becomes. The museum is surrounded by a verdant park, perfect for taking a moment to rest after your visit. As a fitting conclusion to your day spent with samurai residences and great bells, take time to discover another facet of Izumi, the town of cranes.

Tips

The exhibits are primarily indoors, so you can enjoy them regardless of weather. If visiting in winter, it's recommended to combine your museum visit with seeing actual large flocks of cranes near the observation centers in the suburbs (observation centers open only during the crane migration season). You can also check the latest arrival status at the museum.