The Uruma Municipal Museum of Marine Culture is located in the middle of the underwater road.
The Uruma City Marine Culture Museum is located on the second floor of Umi-no-Eki Ayahashi-kan in Uruma City, Okinawa Prefecture.
It is located right in the middle of the most popular spot, the underwater road, where you can feel as if you are driving under the sea.
At this museum, you can learn about the culture of the sea through exhibits and models. The museum also offers hands-on learning opportunities for local children.
Point 1: A model of the Marlan ship can be seen.
The main attraction of this museum is the exhibition of maran boats, which were used in the prewar period to transport people between Naha, Yonabaru, Kunigami, and other areas. In addition, materials related to Mr. Jiki Koshirai, who is designated as an intangible cultural asset of Uruma City and is the master of the marang boat technique, are also exhibited.
There are also historical materials to learn about the sea, local history, and tools used in the fishing industry.
Point 2: You can fully enjoy the scenery of the underwater road.
The Uruma Marine Culture Museum is located right in the middle of the underwater road.
The beautiful blue ocean spreads out on both sides of the underwater road, making you feel as if you are driving in the middle of the ocean. One of the points of interest is that you can enjoy the extraordinary tropical scenery and the scent of the ocean’s shore as you make your way to the museum.
Point 3: You can also enjoy shopping.
On the first floor of the museum is the Umi no Eki Ayahashikan, which sells local products and specialties of Uruma City, has a fresh fish corner, and a dining area. It offers a wide variety of Okinawan food menus, so many visitors use it for mealtime during sightseeing. It is also a good place to buy local souvenirs.
It is also a popular resting place for cyclists and drivers.
