Fossil excavation in Minamisanriku
Minamisanriku - a treasure trove of precious fossils, including ammonites and ichthyosaurs
The Utatsu district of Minamisanriku is where the fossil of one of the world's oldest ichthyosaurs, which lived in the Triassic period about 240 to 250 million years ago, was discovered. The district is designated as a natural monument. It is also a place where many ammonites and other fossils have been discovered. Even if you are unfamiliar with fossils, the instructors will happily teach you about ichthyosaurs and the other fossils.
- Address
- 宮城県本吉郡南三陸町歌津字管の浜57番地1
- Telephone Number
- 0226-36-2816
- Opening Times
- Mina-San Kan: 9:00-18:00 (until 17:00 in winter)
Activities: 13:30～15:00 - Prices
- 2,300 yen
- Duration
- 90 minutes
- Notes
- Age range: 3 years old and up