Explore the mysteries of life! A must-visit guide to Osaka Museum of Natural History】**

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Located in Nagai Park, Osaka Museum of Natural History moved to its current site in 1974 and is a major center for natural science education in Japan. The collection includes over 1.07 million specimens of animals, plants, and minerals, with an impressive 650,000 insect specimens! The permanent exhibition "Earth and the History of Life" features a Silurian era Chinese horseshoe crab fossil and a 1:1 scale model of a Naumann elephant, complemented by interactive installations that immerse visitors in the mysteries of life evolution.

The building consists of the main hall and the Nature Information Center, designed with an ecological theme to systematically present regional ecological characteristics. The museum also regularly hosts special exhibitions, such as the 2001 "50 Years of Europe! Specimen Collection!!" which received enthusiastic responses. Conveniently accessible via the Midosuji subway line to "Nagai Station." Whether you are a nature enthusiast or a family with children, this is an excellent place to learn about life on Earth!

Post by yiink | Jul 24, 2025