Iwakuni City Science Center was established in 1960. Since then, it has continued to provide a diverse range of activities including science classes and clubs, youth science festivals, and free distribution of live bell crickets, serving as a well-loved facility for supporting children’s scientific education. In April 2026, Iwakuni City Science Center was relocated and re-opened in the new facility “Living and Learning Exchange Terrace (Ikoi to Manabi no Koryu Terrace).”
《Contents of Main Exhibits》
・Iwakuni Rack: An exhibition of biological and rock specimens.
・Iwakuni Vision: A video installation introducing the nature of Iwakuni.
・Observation Corner: Visitors can freely observe rock and plants specimens using a microscope.
・Science Box: Learn about scientific theories and principles. Visitors can experience the mysteries of science by touching and moving the installations.
・Space Zone: An area for learning about space, the planets and the Earth, while moving your body.
・Science Library: A collection of more than 500 scientific books.
・Outdoor Observation Area: Visitors can observe a diverse variety of plants. Also features science-related play equipment.
Visiting Guide
| ・Opening Hours | 9:00a.m.-5:00p.m. |
| ・Closed | Mondays (Following Weekday if Monday is a national holiday) December 29 to January 3 |
| ・Entry fee | Free |
Access
Visiting by Public Transport
Train
20 mins walk from JR Fuju Station on the Sanyo Main Line
Bus
■Iwakuni Bus
Get off at the “Welfare Center/Science Center” bus stop on the premises.
– From Iwakuni Station, board the Bus bound for Kenei Kuroiso (No. 70).
– From Yuu Town, board the Bus bound for Iwakuni Station (No. 70).
Visiting by Car
Proceed along National Route 188, follow the signs, and turn left after the railroad crossing.
From outside Iwakuni: 20 mins drive from Iwakuni IC on the Sanyo Expressway
Visiting Guide for Other Facilities
●Welfare Center
| ・Opening Hours | 9:30a.m.-10:00p.m. |
| ・Closed | Mondays (Following Weekday if Monday is a national holiday) December 29 to January 3 |
●Baths
| ・Opening Hours | 11:00a.m.-8:00p.m. （Last Entry 7:30p.m.） |
| ・Closed | Mondays (Following Weekday if Monday is a national holiday) Thursdays December 29 to January 3 |
●Social Welfare Council
| ・Opening Hours | 8:30a.m.-5:15p.m. |
| ・Closed | Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays December 29 to January 3 |
