Amber is a unique natural material formed from the fossilized sap of ancient trees. At Kuji Amber Land, you can explore amber that is around 85 million years old.

The museum shows how tree sap, once exposed to air, would trap insects and bubbles. Over millions of years, it hardened and turned into amber. These trapped inclusions make each piece a small window into prehistoric times.

Kuji is the only place in Japan where natural amber is actively mined. For many generations, amber has shaped the town's industry, craftsmanship and identity. Today it continues to connect Kuji to nature, history and the prehistoric world.

Visitors are taken by van to a nearby site where they dig for amber using tools. You can keep what you find, unless it is a fossil or a very large piece. It’s recommended to bring sunscreen, a hat, and water, especially in summer.

The museum is divided into two buildings. Inside, you’ll find detailed exhibits about how amber is formed, and see real pieces with insects or bubbles trapped inside. There are also impressive amber artworks on display.

At Kuji Amber Land, you can enjoy a variety of creative experiences.

In the Amber Jewel-making Workshop, you get to cut and polish a small piece of amber into a shiny bead.

If you prefer something wearable, the Accessory Workshop lets you design and make your own amber necklace or pendant.

For something more playful, the Kaleidoscope-making activity allows you to fill a scope with colorful amber fragments and beads, creating shifting patterns as you turn it.

For younger visitors, the Ammonite Excavation is a hands-on experience where you can excavate real fossils from a sandbox.

Just a short walk from the main building, you can enter a real amber mine. It’s narrow and damp, so walk carefully and watch your head.

This cozy restaurant is themed like a forest and uses ingredients from the local area. It’s great for lunch, dinner, or a relaxing break between activities.

Lunch: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM (last order at 2:00 PM)
Dinner: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM (last order at 8:00 PM)

This house celebrates the connection between Kuji and its sister city in Lithuania. It features a traditional Lithuanian-style house, and displays folk crafts, sweets, and cultural items.

Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM  (weekends and holidays)