Yamanashi Science Museum

Astronomy and technology museum in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan

Yamanashi Science Museum

山梨県立科学館

Established| 1998 (1998)
Location| Atago-cho, Kōfu, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan
Type| Astronomy and technology museum
Website| Yamanashi Science Museum

Yamanashi Science Museum (山梨県立科学館, Yamanashi-kenritsu kagaku-kan) is a science museum located in Kōfu, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. The museum specializes in astronomy, and technology.

## History

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The museum was originally located at Kofu Castle but was moved to its present location in 1998 when reconstruction of Kofu Castle began.

## Facilities

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The museum includes a planetarium, astronomical observatory dome, exhibition room, experience study room, and a library. The museum is located approximately 25 minutes walk from north exit of Kōfu Station.

## References

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* Yamanashi Science Museum (in Japanese)

Authority control databases

International|

* VIAF

Academics|

* CiNii

People|

* ISIL: JP-2002067

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