Geihinkan Museum (鯨賓館ミュージアム)

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About this spot

Beloved as a symbol of Arikawa Port (有川港), this museum has a unique whale-shaped exterior. Through a life-size whale model and historical exhibits, you can easily learn about Arikawa's history as a once-thriving whaling town. It's a family-friendly spot where you can experience the dynamic history unique to this seaside town.

Tips

It's just a short distance from Arikawa Port (有川港). Admission is about 500 yen for adults. The exhibits inside are extensive, so we recommend taking your time to look around.

Best time to visit

About 1 hour. It's relatively uncrowded in the early afternoon

Access & map

〒857-4211 長崎県南松浦郡新上五島町有川郷５７８−３６