Nice place set in the mountains with limestone rocks and high cliffs

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Stopped by while cycling in Okutama Watched a video of about 15 minutes Taxidermy specimens lined up everywhere The building is two stories, with a corner where you can look through binoculars and paintings of giant trees Small, but it feels like it has a solid set of exhibits

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A facility where you can learn about Okutama's nature. There's plenty to see, including exhibits of various trees, explanations about giant trees, and stuffed animals. But if you go by car, you have to climb a pretty narrow slope, so it might be a struggle…. I think it's a must-see for anyone who loves trees and forests.

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2024.9 【Admission】200 yen A museum about giant trees. There are exhibits about giant trees not just in Okutama but from all over Japan. There are also paintings by an artist who paints giant trees. I think it's a modest museum, but after visiting, my interest in giant trees grew. 【Overview】 In 1987, the Great Hinoki Cypress in Kurasawa was designated a Tokyo Metropolitan Natural Monument, and in '89 it was also selected as one of the "New 100 Famous Trees of Japan." It was also a time when terms like ozone depletion, global warming, and acid rain were rapidly gaining attention, and Okutama Town established the Shinrinkan (Forest Museum) to promote its rich greenery and the public benefits of forests. Inside, there's a computer for searching information on giant trees nationwide, Tokyo giant-tree watching, stories about giant trees, and paintings and photos of giant trees on display, plus panels that let you feel the appeal of giant trees firsthand. From the observation room, where you can see wild serows and Japanese deer, you can also take in "Inamura Rock," the symbol of Nippara, letting you fully enjoy the great nature that exists in Tokyo.

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For the 200 yen admission, you can use clean restrooms. There are also benches on the 2nd floor, so I could relax while looking out at the Okutama mountains. The exhibits were pretty interesting too. Recommended for waiting for your bus.