Yamato Museum, Kure

3 stars only as I feel they don't have enough information in other languages. 5 stars if they fix this problem. Most of the items and exhibits were in Japanese with token English titles here and there. Its a great place to visit if you like history and ships. I recommend the cruise around the harbour. In Japanese but the sights are worth it. Also almost every person I met there were really friendly. Which made me feel welcome. Not far from Hiroshima either and worth a visit if you have a couple of hours free.

This museum has miniature models of Japanese ww2 war machines. It is very nice experience to see all the models up close. Adding English explanation material will definitely help foreign tourists to enjoy the experience more

I want to give a higher review, but I can't. The museum is full of exhibits, artifacts, and models, but 99% of the signs and explanations are in Japanese without English translation. They offer a free English audio guide, but it doesn't add much context or information to the small amount of translation already written down. The staff was friendly and helpful, and swayed me away from paying extra for the special exhibit (since it was 100% Japanese with no translation). I'd love to come back with a tour guide who could translate.

Was really interesting to see the story behind the greatest battleship ever built! The Yamato replica was amazing to see, together with the mini sub and Mitsu Zero. There were also a lot of artifects recovered from the ship.

The model of the ship is insane. It’s huge and it will really make you say wow. Very detailed display and the such. If you’re into history this place is a must. Although the place has a weird vibe. I’m not normally into this heebie-jeebies nonsense, but I can’t be the only one who felt it.