The Kanmon Kaikyo Live Museum is an experiential museum located in the Moji Port Retro District where you can experience the charm of the sea and ships. You can experience the “now” of the strait with your five senses through live footage of the Kanmon Strait projected on a large monitor and real-time ship information using the Automatic Identification System (AIS).
Highlights
- Feel the Pulse of the Strait with Live Footage: Live footage of the Kanmon Bridge and passing ships are projected on a large monitor in real time. You can experience the ever-changing state of the strait as if you were right in front of you.
- Capture Ship Information with AIS: Using the AIS system, you can learn the names, speeds, and destinations of ships that are sailing. Even ships that you are usually used to seeing can feel much closer by knowing the information.
- Experience Being a Captain with the Ship Handling Simulator: With the ship handling simulator, you can experience maneuvering a ship sailing through the Kanmon Strait. You can experience the difficulty and fun of maneuvering a ship while feeling the effects of the tides and wind.
- Increase Disaster Awareness with the Tsunami Simulation: You can watch footage simulating a tsunami caused by a major earthquake in the Nankai Trough. You can increase your awareness of disaster prevention and learn the importance of preparing for emergencies.
Basic Information
| Item | Content |
| Name | Kanmon Kaikyo Live Museum |
| Location | 2F, Marine Gate Moji, 1-3-10 Nishikaigan, Moji Ward, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture 801-0841 |
| Phone Number | 093-321-4151 |
| Access | About a 5-minute walk from JR Mojiko Station |
| Opening Hours | 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Regular Holidays | New Year’s Holidays |
| Admission Fee | Free |
The Kanmon Kaikyo Live Museum is a facility packed with the charm of the sea and ships that can be enjoyed by both children and adults. Please be sure to stop by when strolling around the Moji Port Retro District. The experience created by the magnificent scenery of the strait and the latest technology will further enrich your trip.