Hokudanshinsai Memorial Park: A Testament to Resilience
A memorial park and museum on Awaji Island dedicated to the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake of 1995, featuring the preserved Nojima Fault.
The Hokudanshinsai Memorial Park on Awaji Island commemorates the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake of 1995. It features the Nojima Fault Preservation Museum, which displays the preserved Nojima Fault, earthquake exhibits, and an earthquake simulator, offering a poignant reminder of the disaster and insights into earthquake preparedness.
A brief summary to Hokudanshinsai Memorial Park
- 177 Ogura, Awaji, Ogura, Hyogo, 656-1736, JP
- +81799-82-3020
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit on a weekday to avoid crowds, as weekends can be busy.
- Allocate ample time for your visit to fully absorb the extensive information available in both English and Japanese.
- Wear comfortable shoes, as the park features extensive walking paths.
- Check for any special exhibitions or events that may coincide with your visit for a richer experience.
Getting There
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Public Transport
To reach Hokudanshinsai Memorial Park by public transportation, take a bus from Awaji Bus Terminal. Look for the bus bound for 'Ogura'. The journey will take approximately 30 minutes. Once you arrive at the Ogura bus stop, walk south on Ogura Road for about 500 meters. The park entrance will be on your left. Bus fares on Awaji Island vary depending on the distance, but a short trip typically costs around ¥200-¥400.
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Car
If traveling by car from anywhere on Awaji Island, head towards Route 28. Continue on Route 28 until you reach the intersection with Route 31. Turn left onto Route 31 and follow the signs for Hokudanshinsai Memorial Park. There is parking available at the park, free of charge. Tolls may apply when using the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge to access Awaji Island, costing approximately ¥2,300.
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