Museum
Obihiro Centennial City Museum
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Obihiro Centennial City Museum offers a deep dive into the Tokachi region's story, from its prehistoric past to modern times. Exhibits feature fossils of ancient creatures that once roamed the area, dioramas of local wildlife such as cranes and deer, and displays on the indigenous Ainu people's traditions and crafts. Interactive elements make it family-friendly, and the museum's layout guides visitors through the region's geological formation, agricultural development, and cultural evolution. It's an educational stop that enriches any visit to Obihiro.
Don't miss
- See the full-scale skeleton of a Paleoparadoxia, an extinct marine mammal found locally.
- Explore the Ainu cultural section with traditional tools and clothing.
- Touch real fossils and rocks in the hands-on discovery area.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Obihiro Centennial City Museum
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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