The museum displays the original Miss Veedol plane, which successfully completed the first non-stop trans-Pacific flight from Sabishiro Beach to Washington state in 1931.
The facility was significantly renovated and modernized in 2024 to enhance its interactive aerospace science education capabilities.
It serves as a memorial to the historic aviation milestones achieved within Misawa, which has long been a key location for Japanese and international air bases.
The collection includes the F-104J Starfighter and the T-33A Shooting Star, reflecting the museum's strong connection to local military history.
The museum features a 'Honda Jet' exhibit representing modern Japanese aerospace innovation.
The Misawa Aviation Science Museum, located in Aomori Prefecture, showcases the history of flight with a focus on aviation technology and local aerospace contributions. It houses a collection of decommissioned Japanese military aircraft and civilian airplanes, including the famous Miss Veedol. The facility underwent extensive renovations and reopened in 2024 with modernized interactive exhibits and flight simulators. Its indoor exhibition space features a large-scale replica of the Honedamaru and various cockpit experiences. The museum highlights the 1931 first non-stop trans-Pacific flight which departed from Misawa Beach. Visitors can explore the mechanics of flight through hands-on science displays designed for all ages. Outdoor displays include a variety of historic fighter jets and transport aircraft.
The elevated observation deck overlooking the outdoor tarmac where multiple historic jets are lined up.
Prioritize the flight simulators early in your visit as they often have queues during weekends.
Check the daily schedule for live science demonstrations held in the main exhibition hall.
Plan your visit to coincide with good weather to properly view the outdoor aircraft collection.
Attempting to touch the exterior of the preserved outdoor aircraft, as many surfaces are delicate or restricted.
Closed on Mondays (or the following day if Monday is a national holiday).
