Aomori Prefectural Misawa Aviation and Science Museum
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An aviation and science museum themed around the vast sky and flight. See amazing exhibits, including a real YS-11 and a replica of the Miss Veedol!
Overview
Located in Misawa City, Aomori Prefecture, the Aomori Prefectural Misawa Aviation and Science Museum is an aviation and science museum themed around the vast sky and flight. Inside, you'll find exhibits including an actual YS-11 and a replica of the Miss Veedol, the aircraft that achieved the world's first non-stop transpacific flight—a thrilling experience for aviation enthusiasts and casual visitors alike! The second floor is a science experience floor, packed with interactive exhibits and experiments for all ages. The third floor boasts an observation deck offering a breathtaking panoramic view of Misawa Air Base, where you can witness the awe-inspiring spectacle of planes taking off and landing. Outdoors, you'll find real F-16s and a T-2 in Blue Impulse livery, a true paradise for aviation lovers. The museum aims to cultivate a spirit of scientific inquiry in children through aviation and science technology. With actual aircraft, models, and precious historical materials, you can experience the history of aviation and the wonder of science. Kids will love the hands-on experiments and craft corners, making it a perfect family outing. The Misawa Aviation and Science Museum is a museum filled with learning and wonder, perfect for aviation fans and families alike. Come visit!
Along Aomori Prefectural Road 170 (Tenka-mori Misawa Line)
6 minutes by car from Misawa Air Base
15 minutes by car from Misawa Station
15 minutes by car from Misawa IC
Shuttle bus (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays only)
Circulates major facilities such as Misawa Air Base and Misawa Station Show route
Op.Hours
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM)
Cld.Days
Every Monday (or the following day if Monday is a national holiday), December 30th to January 1st, and other occasional closures.
Fee
Individual:
Adults: ¥510, High school students: ¥300, Junior high school students and younger: Free
Groups (20 or more people):
Adults: ¥410, High school students: ¥240, Junior high school students and younger: Free
Reduced Admission:
For teachers and staff accompanying kindergarten (nursery school), elementary school, junior high school, high school, schools for the blind, schools for the deaf, and special needs schools students.
For teachers and staff accompanying children residing in child welfare facilities.
For individuals with a disability certificate (shōgaisha techō), a mental disability welfare certificate (seishin shōgai sha hoken fukushi techō), or a developmental disability certificate (ryoiku techō) (and one caregiver).
Free admission only at Misawa City Ohsora Hiroba.
INFO
The aircraft displayed at Misawa City Ohsora Hiroba are on loan through the cooperation of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force and the United States Air Force.