Uozu Buried Forest Museum

Overview

The Uozu Buried Forest Museum, located in Uozu City, Toyama Prefecture, showcases the Uozu Buried Forest, a designated Special Natural Monument of Japan. The trees that lived over 2,000 years ago sank to the bottom of Toyama Bay and were miraculously preserved, offering a glimpse into the wonders of nature. The museum exhibits excavated tree roots and plants from that era, allowing visitors to glimpse the ancient forest. The massive tree roots displayed underwater are truly impressive, sparking the imagination about the environment and vegetation of that time. Additionally, you can learn about the mechanisms of mirages that occur in Toyama Bay and the Tateyama Kurobe Geopark. The mirage corner explains the mirage mechanism in an easy-to-understand manner using videos and models, making it enjoyable for both children and adults. Furthermore, the geopark corner teaches about the formation and geology of the Tateyama Kurobe Geopark. The Uozu Buried Forest is located within the Tateyama Kurobe Geopark area, and visiting this museum allows you to experience the charm of the geopark. The Uozu Buried Forest Museum also offers a variety of hands-on activities for children, including fossil excavation experiences and woodworking classes, providing fun and educational programs. It's a museum that can be enjoyed all day long by families.