Oshima Town Local Museum (大島町郷土資料館)

Flow of the course

About this spot

A museum in the Motomachi (元町) area introducing the nature, history and daily life of Oshima (大島). It is packed with background knowledge, from the eruption history of Mount Mihara (三原山) to camellia cultivation and the island's fisheries, that will deepen your enjoyment of the sea and island scenery you are about to visit. The galleries are air-conditioned, so being able to cool off and learn during the heat of a summer day is another welcome point. Discovering how the volcanic island came to be together with your children gives the afternoon swim a different flavor as well.

Tips

Within walking distance of Gojinka Onsen (御神火温泉). The exhibits are substantial, but with children you can still enjoy it plenty by visiting only the corners that interest them.

Best time to visit

About 45 minutes. Mornings are relatively quiet and let you look around at leisure

Access & map

30-5 Motomachi Jinooka (元町地の岡), Oshima Town, Tokyo 100-0101