Kashihara City Insectarium (橿原市昆虫館)

Flow of the course

About this spot

A municipal insectarium at the foot of Mount Kagu (香久山) where you can enjoy both living insects and specimens. The greatest highlight is the butterfly greenhouse, where colorful butterflies flutter right in front of you all year round and you will want to gently reach out a hand. The specimen room lines up insects from around the world, and the differences in size and shape often absorb the adults even more than the children. Everything is under a roof, so you can stay cool even on a day with strong sunshine. Enjoy a quiet morning here and save your energy for the afternoon water play.

Tips

Check the opening days and admission fees on the official website in advance. The butterfly greenhouse is humid, so clothing you can shed a layer from is more comfortable. Telling children beforehand to look gently and not touch the butterflies is reassuring. Nizawa Senzuka Tumulus Park is about a 10-minute drive away, so moving on before noon keeps the day flowing smoothly.

Best time to visit

About 1 hour 15 minutes. The morning right after opening lets you look around at leisure.

Access & map

〒634-0024 奈良県橿原市南山町６２４