The Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake Memorial Ticket

Kobe, Japan

Activity type

Attraction

Operating hours

09:30 – 17:30

Highlights

See the 1.17 Theater portray the destructive power of the 1995 earthquake with sound and large-screen images.
Walk past realistic dioramas recreating devastated streets in the immediate aftermath of the earthquake.
Experience earthquake, tsunami and flood scenarios through 360-degree VR footage at Hazard VR Port.

About this activity

Visit the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake Memorial in Kobe to learn about the 1995 disaster and the region's recovery. See a large-screen recreation of the earthquake, realistic dioramas of devastated streets and materials linked to survivors' stories. Explore hands-on exhibits about disaster prevention, then learn how to respond to earthquakes, tsunamis and floods in the BOSAI Science Field.

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Good to know

Child policy: - Children under 19 years old are free of charge, but still require a ticket. These can be collected at the ticketing desk upon arrival, subject to availability. Free child tickets can also be reserved in advance on the official website. Good to know: - Students must bring a valid student ID for age verification. - The 4th-floor film uses images, sound and lighting effects in a darkened room to recreate the intensity of an earthquake. - Wheelchair users can move around both buildings using flat floors, ramps, lifts and escalators. - Last admission is 1 hour before closing time. - Check the official website for the daily opening hours and closure dates prior to your visit.

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Kids & Family

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Regions

Kobe, Hyogo, Japan

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