A museum showcasing the work of the Hydrographic and Oceanographic Department
The Hydrographic and Oceanographic Museum is operated by the Hydrographic and Oceanographic Department, Japan Coast Guard. This is the agency responsible for producing nautical charts.Besides a variety of nautical charts, there are also valuable instruments used for surveying the ocean on display.
It also features a large 3D map that allows visitors to view the seafloor topography in three dimensions, as well as a craft corner where visitors can make paper bags by reusing old nautical charts, offering a fun, experiential way to learn about the ocean and nautical charts.
◆Facility Information
- Opening Hours
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
* Closed from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. for lunch break - Closed Days
Year-end and New Year holidays (Dec. 29 – Jan. 3)
Generally closed on Mondays and Tuesdays* Open without closure during summer vacation and other periods* Please refer to the “Annual Calendar” on the official website - Admission Fee
Free admission - Nearest Station
5-minute walk from “Telecom Center Station” on the Yurikamome Line
General Information
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Opening Hours10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
* Closed from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. for lunch break -
Days ClosedYear-End and New Year Holidays (Dec. 29 – Jan. 3)
The museum is generally closed on Mondays and Tuesdays* The museum remains open during summer vacation and other periods.*Please refer to the “Annual Calendar” on the official website. -
Website
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ContactHydrographic and Oceanographic Department, Japan Coast Guard
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Nearest Station
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Yurikamome5-minute walk from “Telecom Center” Station
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