Great East Japan Earthquake Tsunami Memorial Museum Iwate TSUNAMI Memorial

Higashi Nihon Daishinsai Tsunami Denshokan Iwate Tsunami Memorial

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A precious facility that conveys the lessons of the Great East Japan Earthquake. Raise your disaster preparedness awareness through exhibits and videos that allow you to experience the terrifying power of the tsunami.

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HighlightsWitness the devastation of the earthquake and tsunami firsthand through actual damaged vehicles, photographs, and videos.
Experience a realistic portrayal of the events through survivor testimonials.
Learn about tsunami mechanisms and disaster preparedness.
Enjoy a stroll through the Takata Matsubara Tsunami Reconstruction Memorial Park, surrounded by nature.
Plays a crucial role in conveying the lessons of the disaster to future generations.

Basic Information

Address: 180 Tsuteyashiro, Kesen-cho, Rikuzentakata City, Iwate Prefecture (within Takata Matsubara Tsunami Reconstruction Memorial Park) Search for tourist attractions in Iwate

Access: - By Car - From the Sanriku Expressway… 5 minutes from Rikuzentakata-Nagabe IC - By Public Transportation - 【From Ichinoseki】 From JR Ichinoseki Station, take the JR Ofunato Line to JR Kesennuma Station (approx. 1 hour 20 minutes) From JR Kesennuma Station, take the JR Ofunato Line BRT to “Kiseki no Ipponmatsu Station” (approx. 30 minutes) 【From Hanamaki Airport】 From JR Hanamaki Airport, take the JR Tohoku Main Line to JR Ichinoseki Station (approx. 1 hour) From JR Ichinoseki Station, take the JR Ofunato Line to JR Kesennuma Station (approx. 1 hour 20 minutes) From JR Kesennuma Station, take the JR Ofunato Line BRT to “Kiseki no Ipponmatsu Station” (approx. 30 minutes) Show route

Op.Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Last entry 4:30 PM)

Cld.Days: None

Fee: Free

INFO: Free parking is available for 33 large vehicles and 136 standard vehicles.

HP: https://iwate-tsunami-memorial.jp/

Overview

The Great East Japan Earthquake Tsunami Memorial Museum Iwate TSUNAMI Memorial, located in the Takata Matsubara Tsunami Reconstruction Memorial Park, was built to convey the devastation of the Great East Japan Earthquake tsunami to future generations. The museum houses exhibits including actual vehicles and household items damaged in the disaster, along with photographs and videos from that time. Particularly impactful is a section where you can hear firsthand accounts from survivors. By sharing their experiences, the museum powerfully conveys the lessons learned and a strong will to prevent the recurrence of such a tragedy. There's also a section dedicated to learning about the mechanics of tsunamis and disaster preparedness, allowing visitors to enhance their readiness for future disasters. Through these exhibits, you can viscerally experience the horror of the earthquake and tsunami, fostering a stronger sense of disaster preparedness. Within the Takata Matsubara Tsunami Reconstruction Memorial Park, you'll also find remnants of the disaster, such as damaged seawalls and the miraculously surviving ‘Kiseki no Ipponmatsu’ (Miracle Pine Tree). Exploring these sites further deepens the impact of the disaster's memory. The Great East Japan Earthquake Tsunami Memorial Museum Iwate TSUNAMI Memorial is more than just an exhibition hall; it's a crucial place for passing down the lessons of the disaster and connecting to hope for the future.