Toyako Visitor Center, Volcano Science Museum
An Interactive Look at an Active Volcano
Mount Usu is an active volcano that has erupted as recently as 2000. With glass floor exhibits and geological specimens, this interactive museum offers a fascinating insight into the workings of volcanoes. Learn about how Mount Usu erupts and the various natural phenomena caused by its eruptions, including the formation of Lake Toya in the Toya caldera. The museum is in Toya-Usu UNESCO Global Geopark and just a short walk from beautiful geothermal sites that are a must-see as well!
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- Category
- With friends
- Family
- Travel style
- Lake and marsh, waterfall, pond, dam
- Mountain, ridge, plateau, marshland, canyon
- Natural scenery, spectacular views
- Parks, green spaces, multipurpose facilities
- Theme parks, tourist facilities
- Travel Inspiration
- Have fun with the kids
- Ideas for a rainy day
- Nearest airports
General Information
- Postal code
- 〒049-5721
- Address
- 北海道洞爺湖町洞爺湖温泉142-5
- Telephone Number
- 0142-75-2555
- Open
- 9:00-17:00
*Jan. 4 and 5: 10:00-15:00 - Closed
- The New Year's holiday and other temporary closures
- Prices
- paid (visitor center free)
- Car Park
- free
- Directions
- ●By bus: About 20 minutes from JR Toya Station, get off at "Toyako Onsen Bus Terminal" and walk for about 5 minutes
●By car: About 10 minutes from Hokkaido Expwy Abuta-Toyako IC. - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
