Marimo Exhibition and Observation Center

Carefully observe the special natural monument, Marimo.

This is a valuable exhibition facility where you can observe over 150 special natural monument Marimo in a tank that recreates the bottom of Lake Akan. You can also view research efforts aimed at protecting and increasing the population of Marimo, which are in decline. Visitors can board a sightseeing boat from the lakeside of Lake Akan and stop by during the lake tour. There is an observation space where you can enjoy views of the lake and forest, making it a popular spot for commemorative photos.

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Nearest airports
New Chitose Airport Sapporo Okadama Airport Hakodate Airport Okushiri Airport Asahikawa Airport Wakkanai Airport Rishiri Airport Okhotsk Monbetsu Airport Memanbetsu Airport Nemuro Nakashibetsu Airport Tancho Kushiro Airport Tokachi Obihiro Airport

General Information

Postal code
〒085-0467 
Address
北海道釧路市阿寒町阿寒湖温泉1-5-20
Telephone Number
0154-67-2511
Open
Operating Period: Open from April 29 to November 30 (No holidays during this period)
Operating Hours: 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM (subject to seasonal changes)
Closed
Closed during winter (December 1 to late April)
Closed if the boat service is canceled
Prices
Charged
Car Park
None (parking available at the sales office pier before boarding)
Directions
●By bus: About 120 minutes from JR Kushiro station
●By car: About 60 minutes from Doto Expwy Ashoro IC
Website

Official site (Japanese)

* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.

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