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Tohoku University Museum
Explore a collection of approximately 1,200 valuable artifacts accumulated since the founding of Tohoku University.
The Tohoku University Museum houses a diverse collection of invaluable academic specimens and groundbreaking inventions accumulated since the university’s founding—true "treasures of the university." It was established to centrally manage and share these assets with the local community.
The museum's permanent exhibits feature approximately 1,200 specimens, including fossils, rocks, minerals, and ore samples. Visitors can explore exhibits such as the Evolution of Life on Earth section, which showcases fossils from the Precambrian era to the Neogene and Quaternary periods in chronological order, as well as the Rocks and Minerals that Make Up the Earth section, which displays the geological components of our planet.
In addition to its permanent exhibits, the museum hosts special exhibitions that highlight Tohoku University's latest research and showcase aspects of Sendai’s history. Collaborative exhibitions with other institutions provide opportunities to explore a broader range of academic specimens and materials.
The museum also offers online special exhibitions, educational displays, and YouTube videos explaining the geology of the Sendai area. Additionally, it actively shares updates and insights through X (formerly Twitter).
Highlights
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The museum permanently displays approximately 1,200 academic specimens and artifacts accumulated since Tohoku University's founding.
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The exhibitions focus primarily on academic research themes, providing an educational experience for visitors.
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In addition to permanent exhibits, special exhibitions are held, featuring information about the university’s latest research and insights into the local area.
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The Tohoku University Museum boasts an imposing presence, befitting a prestigious research institution.
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The museum showcases a collection of valuable artifacts gathered through university research.
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The complete type specimen of Utatsusaurus, one of the world's oldest ichthyosaur fossils, is also on display.
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Is foreign language support available? (If so, which languages are supported?)
Guided tours or explanations are not available. However, brochures and exhibit panels are available in English, with some content also provided in Chinese and Korean.
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Is it possible to re-enter the premises?
Yes, by re-presenting the admission ticket of the day.
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Is free WiFi available in the facility?
SENDAI free Wi-Fi is available
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Are there coin lockers available?
Yes, coin lockers are located to the right of the main entrance (automatic door).
※ A 100-yen coin is required, but it will be returned after use.
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Is there a place to eat lunch?
There are no restaurants or dining areas inside the facility, but visitors are welcome to eat their own food outdoors in the plaza.
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Is parking available?
Yes, free parking is available. Parking Lot 1 has 40 spaces, and Parking Lot 2 has 13 spaces, including designated spots for visitors with disabilities.
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Is photography allowed?
Yes, photography is allowed for personal use only. However, flash photography is not permitted. Please be mindful of other visitors when taking photos.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 東北大学総合学術博物館
- Postal Code
- 980-8578
- Address
- 6-3 Aoba, Aramaki, Aoba-ku, Sendai City, Miyagi
- Telephone
- 022-795-6767
- Closed
- Mondays, New Year’s holiday and Obon holiday
- Business Hours
- 10:00am - 4:00pm
- Admission
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Adults： 150 yen/per person
Children age 6-15： 80 yen/per person - Access
- About a 3-minute walk from Aobayama Station on the Sendai Subway Tozai Line
- Credit Cards
- Not accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (English)