■Visual Experience Hall

In the Visual Experience Hall, visitors can view the four seasons of the Shirakami Sanchi using a digital projector and a giant screen with overwhelmingly powerful and realistic sound and images. Visitors will be able to appreciate the beauty and magnificence of the beech trees in the Shirakami Sanchi area.

Admission: 200 yen for adults, 100 yen for children (junior high school students and younger) *Group discounts are available for groups of 20 or more people.

Running time: approx. 33 min.

Screening schedule:

　April 1 - October 31

　1st 9:00 2nd 10:00 3rd 11:00 4th 12:00　

　5th 13:00 6th 14:00 7th 15:00 8th 16:00 (8 screenings/day)

　November 1 - March 31

　1st 9:30 2nd 10:30 3rd 11:30 4th 12:30　

　5th 13:30 6th 14:30 7th 15:30 (7 showings/day)

Seats: 195

■ Exhibition Hall

This is a museum where visitors can learn about the life of beech, how beech forests work, the ecosystem of the Shirakami Sanchi (mountainous region), and its relationship to human life. The nature of the Shirakami Sanchi is introduced by theme with models and panels.

The tour takes about 30 minutes to 1 hour.

The Shirakami Sanchi Visitor Center also provides information on trekking courses. Please stop by as a first step to learn more about the Shirakami Sanchi.

The information may be subject to change, so please check the official website.