Ishikari Sand Dunes Wind Museum — Attraction in Ishikari

The Ishikari Sand Dunes Wind Museum is a fascinating stop for anyone curious about the natural and historical evolution of Ishikari. The museum delves into the area's history, showcasing how it was once submerged underwater, the marine animals that inhabited those ancient waters, and the various artifacts discovered, including precious stones, artwork, and tools. The exhibits provide a compelling narrative of Ishikari's transformation over time.

Admission is quite affordable at just 300 yen, making it accessible for most travelers. However, it’s important to note that the museum lacks English translations for its displays, with only a few pamphlets available. To fully appreciate the exhibits, using tools like Google Lens to translate the descriptions is highly recommended.

One of the museum's unique activities is creating a time capsule for only 150 yen. Visitors can write messages or include small items in a can, adding a personal and memorable touch to their visit. Overall, the Ishikari Sand Dunes Wind Museum offers an enriching experience, especially for those interested in history, geology, and the unique cultural features of the...

A pretty interesting museum that talks about the history of Ishikari: how it used to be submerged in water, animals that used to live in the waters, artifacts they’ve found (precious stones, artwork, tools.)

Tickets only cost 300 yen - however, do note that aside from a couple of pamphlets, there’s no English in the entire museum, so make sure to use Google Lens so you...

2025年5月15日初訪問です。2003(H15)年4月に閉店した"旧 いしかり 番屋の地ビール館"を改装再利用して2004(H16)年4月27日開館。もう20年余り経つのに初めて来ました。隣の「旧 長野商店」と併せて入館料300円(駐車場は旧長野商店の北側に50台は停められる広々スペース)です。 個人的な一推しはS44年に石狩川で捕獲した"剥製の巨大チョウザメ(石狩市指定文化財第2号、1982(S57).3.31指定、体長1.9mのダウリアチョウザメ)"、剥製になる前の写真も並んでいて興味深く見学しました🧐(この資料館には他にも石狩市指定文化財が展示されてます)。 その他、"アオイガイ"(生体で見てみたい！)、触ってもいいクジラ化石、手作り缶詰マシーン(缶代150円)、ビーチコーミングでの珍しい各種漂着物など、2階には「石狩紅葉山49号遺跡」もあります。("タモ"の化石は正直その辺に落ちてたら気が付かないまま蹴散らしそうです) まだ"資料館"になってなかった準備室の頃から発行している「エスチュアリ("河口"の意味、No.21号から"いしかり砂丘の風資料館だより...