Katsuyama Dinosaur Forest Park

What it is

• A city park in Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture.
• Officially named Nagao-yama Sogo Koen.
• Developed for Dinosaur Expo Fukui 2000.
• Opened to the public after the expo.

What to see

• Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum.
• Fossil excavation experience site.
• Dinosaur and giant insect robot attractions.
• Barbecue area and athletic playground equipment.

When to go

• Many outdoor facilities are unavailable in winter.
• Snow makes winter visits difficult.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.