Japanese people’s love for animals is so evident that they piloted cat cafes, a concept that is now adopted by many nations. So how about visiting these five animal museums? You can be assured that they will give you a great, immersive experience.
- Cat Museum in Shizuoka
Uplift your spirits with 50 cats of 30 species that include Siamese, Egyptian Mau, Russian blue, among others! Also feast your eyes on 2000 items of cat-related memorabilia.
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Akita Dog Museum in Akita Did you know that the Akita dog is a National Treasure? Or that it is Japan’s largest dog, both in terms of size and weight? Find out more fun facts about the Akita dog at this museum!
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Toshima Owl Museum in Tokyo Visiting an owl cafe in Tokyo may pique your curiosity about owls. So why not visit an owl museum in Ikebukuro where you can see ornamental objects and unusual owl toys from all over the world?
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Taiji Whale Museum in Wakayama Detailing the history of whale hunting in Japan, this museum lets you watch whale and dolphin shows and get up close with these lovely mammals.
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Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum in Fukui This museum displays more than 40 dinosaur skeletons, each of which comes with its characteristic shape and size. You will also be thrilled with the robotic dinosaurs that move and make sounds!