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Hotaruika Museum
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Hotaruika Museum
ほたるいかミュージアム
3.8Est. 90Namerikawa, Chubu
Overview
Firefly-squid museum in Namerikawa, Toyama. The squid is netted in Toyama Bay each spring and is the regional culinary draw.
Single-species museum on hotaruika (firefly squid), set on Toyama Bay in Namerikawa where the squid is netted between March and May. The exhibit covers the squid's bioluminescent biology, the historical fishery, and the local cooking traditions; live tanks run during the season. Pair with a morning at the Namerikawa fish market and the dawn firefly-squid viewing boats: the squid spawn at night and wash ashore at the surface around 3 AM.
Practical info
- Japanese name
- ほたるいかミュージアム
- Nearest station
- Namerikawa Station (8 min walk)
- Payment
- Cards accepted
- Reservations
- Walk-in fine for most visits. Check hours online as smaller museums may close on certain weekdays or holidays.
Accessibility
Wheelchair entranceWheelchair parkingWheelchair restroom
Good for
Families
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