Trip Planner:   Asia  /  Japan  /  Chugoku  /  Hiroshima Prefecture  /  Kure  /  Yamato Museum

Yamato Museum, Kure

4.3
#1 of 70 in Things to do in Kure
Must see · Specialty Museum · Museum
Visit Yamato Museum to learn about the "history of Kure"--the modern Japanese history after the Meiji Era--as well as Japan's shipbuilding technology and iron industry. Opened in 2005, the museum's pride remains its 1/10 scale model of the battleship Yamato. Head further along to see other artifacts like a Zero fighter plane Type 62, manned World War II torpedoes and suicide crafts, and a midget submersible research vehicle of the Imperial Japanese Navy. The parking lot usually has enough space for visitors. Take a look at our Kure road trip website to schedule your visit to Yamato Museum and learn about what else to see and do during your holiday.
Create an itinerary including Yamato Museum
© OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap contributors

Tours to Yamato Museum

FROM $399 BOOK WITH VIATOR Full Day Tour on Your Arrangement
Duration: 7 to 8 hours
Tours from $399 »
FROM $142 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Tour - Go Around the Town where the Battleship was Built, Kure!
Duration: 5 to 6 hours
Tours from $142 »

Yamato Museum reviews

Rate this attraction
TripAdvisor traveler rating
TripAdvisor traveler rating 4.5
845 reviews
Google
4.3
TripAdvisor
  • By Dave h
    Awesome museum, do scan the QR code on entering to get the English video apps for the museum, makes a big difference, WiFi in museum is free. The exhibits are well worth the trip from Hiroshima(free.....  more »
  • By PeterthePauper
    Having recently visited Okinawa and learnt about the sinking of the Japanese Battleship "Yamato" during WWII, I was sufficiently interested in visiting the Yamato Museum that I deviated from my route....  more »
See more on TripAdvisor »
Google
  • By Herr Holmqvist
    Easy accessible by JR train 30 min from Hiroshima. Nice museum and giftshop but very limited english
  • By Belinda Goldie
    I was surprised to find this so interesting, as I’m not so into warships, but this museum was just as much about local history, which was really informative and a good accompaniment to the Hiroshima memorials. They have a great app with English, Chinese and Korean audio commentary, a well-stocked gift shop, and friendly, helpful staff.
See more on Google »

Plan your trip to Kure

  • Get a personalized trip
    A complete day by day itinerary
    based on your preferences
  • Customize it
    Refine your trip. We'll find the
    best routes and schedules
  • Book it
    Choose from the best hotels
    and activities. Up to 50% off
  • Manage it
    Everything in one place.
    Everyone on the same page.

Popular things to do in Kure

JMSDF Kure Museum ©
Specialty Museum
JMSDF Kure Museum
4.5
Duration: 1 hour
Areikarasukojima Park ©
Park
Areikarasukojima Park
3.9
Duration: 1 hour
Kure Shuo Dock Terminal
Landmark
Kure Shuo Dock Terminal
3.6
Duration: 1 hour
Osaki Shimo-jima Island Mitarai Area
Historic Walking Area
Osaki Shimo-jima Island Mitarai Area
4.2
Duration: 1 hour

Side trips from Kure

Miyajima
Island
Miyajima
Hatsukaichi
4.8
Duration: 6 hours
Takehara Townscape Preservation Area ©
Historic Walking Area
Takehara Townscape Preservation Area
Takehara
4.0
Duration: 2h 30 min
Sensui Island ©
Island
Sensui Island
Fukuyama
4.1
Duration: 4 hours
Miyajima Public Aquarium ©
Aquarium
Miyajima Public Aquarium
Hatsukaichi
3.8
Duration: 1 hour

Hidden gems in Kure

Mt.Noro
Outdoor Activity
Mt.Noro
5.0
Duration: 1 hour
Shirayukiro
Historic Site
Shirayukiro
5.0
Duration: 1 hour
Yamato Wharf
Pier / Boardwalk
Yamato Wharf
3.8
Duration: 1 hour
Kenmin no Hama (Hiroshima Prefectural Beach) ©
Beach
Kenmin no Hama (Hiroshima Prefectural Beach)
4.2
Duration: 1 hour

Parks in Kure

Ondonoseto Park ©
Park
Ondonoseto Park
3.8
Duration: 1 hour
Rekishi no Mieru Oka Park
Park
Rekishi no Mieru Oka Park
4.2
Duration: 1 hour
Irifuneyama Park ©
Park
Irifuneyama Park
3.1
Duration: 1 hour
Yakeyama Park ©
Playground
Yakeyama Park
3.9
Duration: 1h 30 min

Historic Sites in Kure

Old Navy Cemetery (Nagasako Park) ©
Cemetery
Old Navy Cemetery (Nagasako Park)
3.5
Duration: 4 hours
Kobo Temple
Religious Site
Kobo Temple
4.0
Duration: 1 hour
Kameyama Shrine ©
Religious Site
Kameyama Shrine
3.7
Duration: 30 minutes
Hakka-ji Temple
Religious Site
Hakka-ji Temple
4.0
Duration: 30 minutes

Nearby attractions in Kure

Kure Kansen Meguri
Boat Tour
Kure Kansen Meguri
4.6
Duration: 30 minutes
Takatoridai
Wildlife Area
Takatoridai
4.3
Duration: 1 hour
YouMe Town Kure ©
Gift & Specialty Shop
YouMe Town Kure
3.4
Duration: 1 hour
Rekishi no Mieru Oka Hill
Landmark
Rekishi no Mieru Oka Hill
2.9
Duration: 1 hour

Don't Miss a Thing. See & Do More.

Trips to Yamato Museum by other users

60 days in East Asia BY A USER FROM AUSTRALIA Tokyo Hirosaki Hakodate 15 days in Japan BY A USER FROM CANADA Kyoto Ise Izumo 49 days in Japan & Dammam BY A USER FROM SAUDI ARABIA Ishigaki Iriomote-jima Miyakojima 22 days in Japan BY A USER FROM ISRAEL Tokyo Kanazawa Shirakawa-mura 32 days in Japan BY A USER FROM SWITZERLAND Tokyo Fujikawaguchiko-machi Kanazawa 17 days in East Asia BY A USER FROM SAUDI ARABIA Tokyo Osaka Kyoto