Fossa Magna Museum — Attraction in Itoigawa

A great museum about the geological heritage of Japan and the Itoigawa region. There are hundred of different rocks and minerals to see and great videos with detailed explanations and easy to understand animations. One of the few museums I've visited which had almost everything translated to English. Would recommend to anyone even remotely interested in geology or the history of the region; or if you're looking into finding jade on the coast. A little disappointed by the gift shop - didn't find...

Excellent museum filled with pretty stones and fossils that make me want to be a geologist. Good and clear English explanations, and lots of fun, interactive exhibits. Definitely worth the trip.

Don't believe the pamphlet that says it only takes an hour to go through this and the adjacent archaeological museum; I spent almost 2 hours just here, and still had to blitz through the last bit because the museum...

For anyone with a strong interest in Japan's dynamic geological origins, this facility will be a highly enlightening experience. The museum not only offers in-depth knowledge, but also fun entertainment, such as fossil excavation experiences. Of particular note is the display of jadeite, Japan's national stone, a gemstone unique to Itoigawa. I love jadeite! Memories engraved in our DNA. Please...