Tokunoshima World Heritage Center Highlights
A World Heritage island where nature and people live side by side.The World Heritage forest stretches outside the window.Nature and wildlife found nowhere else in the world, and people's everyday life developing closely nearby.A priceless encounter awaits you here.
- Hours of Operation
- Hours 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (last admission 4:30 p.m.)
- Closed
- Tuesday except holiday Tuesdays and New Year's holidays(Dec. 29 to Jan. 3)
- Admission fee
- Free
About the World Heritage of Tokunoshima Learn
Through the "Spark of Life; Miniature Landscape Garden," a diorama that recreates Tokunoshima’s rich natural environment, along with various video presentations, you can explore and appreciate the "biodiversity" that makes this World Heritage Site so valuable.
Spark of life;
Miniature landscape garden
In Tokunoshima Island's rich natural landscape, signs of life can be felt strongly, both day and night. The diorama, which recreates the island’s forests teeming with diverse life, allows you to observe approximately 150 species of flora and fauna.
Let's travel around Tokunoshima Island
Diverse terrain and geology are characteristic of this island. Over a long time, many animals and plants have called here their home. Why don’t you immerse yourself in our 360°videos and aerial footage to get a glimpse into our various ecosystems?
Look closely at living things
Forests are teeming with wildlife. Some of them are very elusive. Let’s find animals and plants in the forests, and observe them on the big screen.
with Nature from Various Perspectives Engage
This is the center’s "living room," where you can relax and admire the view of the World Heritage mountains. A wide range of displays are sprinkled about to engage your interests in nature.
A wide range of displays in the "Nature Living Room"
Touch rock specimens, observe insects under a microscope, and explore a variety of hands-on exhibits that offer new "discoveries."
Donguri Kids play area
Kids can play and enjoy the warmth of wood through a Donguri play pool filled with wooden acorns shaped like Quercus miyagii acorns and building blocks.
Surrounded by books
From picture books for children to specialized literature on nature, a wide selection of books is available. Grab a book and enjoy a relaxing reading experience.
While Overlooking the World Heritage Mountains Relax
Under the concept of the "Tokunoshima Living Museum," you can unwind and take your time while appreciating the value of this World Heritage Site.
Sofas and an observation terrace overlooking the World Heritage Site
Feel the island’s rhythm as the wind blows, clouds drift, birds fly, and sugarcane sways. Take in the view of the World Heritage mountains and embrace island time.
Photo Spot with the Banded Gecko
A photo spot is available, featuring the banded gecko, an endemic species unique to Tokunoshima. Capture a special memory of your trip with a commemorative photo.