Museum Of Maritime Science

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Lonely Planet review

This museum is ship-shape, literally. From the outside it looms like an ocean liner by the water's edge, and inside are four floors of excellent displays related to every aspect of ships; don't miss the stunningly crafted replicas of Japanese ships, or try the navigation simulator. Outside, the 83.7m icebreaker Sōya is preserved. The museum is full of activities for kids, including a pool next door used for swimming and demonstrations and instruction of small craft.

There's limited English signage but an English audio guide is available (around ¥500 ).