World Insect Exhibition Held at National Alps Azumino Park (Omachi-Matsukawa Area)

National Alps Azumino Park (Omachi-Matsukawa Area) will host the "World Insect Exhibition" from Saturday, July 18 to Sunday, September 27. The exhibition will feature a giant wall of approximately 1,000 "Morpho butterflies," native to the Amazon River basin in South America, which are said to bring happiness. Insects collected from around the world by Setsuzo Tsukada of the Azumino Insect Research Institute will also be on display. We invite everyone from children to adults to experience the charm of these never-before-seen insects.

A wall of "Morpho butterflies" shining with blue color (photo from exhibition at another park)

◆World Insect Exhibition

Specimen display (photo from exhibition at another park)

In the specimen display, you can see insects from around the world, including stag beetles and rhinoceros beetles, as well as beautiful butterflies and other beetles. Furthermore, thanks to the cooperation of Naotaro, a stag beetle and rhinoceros beetle breeder from Matsukawa Village, live insects will also be exhibited. A quiz rally and sales of stag beetle and rhinoceros beetle merchandise will be held concurrently.

Dates / Saturday, July 18 - Sunday, September 27

Venue / Information Center, Forest Experience House, Great Meadow House

Participation Fee / Free (separate park entrance fee required)

Cooperation / Azumino Insect Research Institute, Stag Beetle and Rhinoceros Beetle Breeder Naotaro, Fukusuke

◆Stag Beetle and Rhinoceros Beetle "Meet and Greet Corner"

You can also interact with Hercules beetles.

You can interact with over 10 species of domestic stag beetles and rhinoceros beetles, as well as Hercules beetles.

Dates / Saturday, July 18 - Sunday, August 30 ■Time / 10:00 - 15:30

Venue / Information Center Exhibition Room ■Cooperation / Stag Beetle and Rhinoceros Beetle Breeder Naotaro

Participation Fee / 500 yen per pair (1 adult, 1 child in elementary school or younger) (separate park entrance fee required)

※Free for children aged 2 and under

※Children in elementary school or younger must be accompanied by an adult

※Admission for 1 adult is 300 yen per person

※Time limits may apply during crowded periods

◆Stag Beetle and Rhinoceros Beetle Events "Beginner's Collection Class" and "Breeding Class"

We will teach you how to identify trees and where to look in the outdoors.

Recommended for those who want to catch or raise stag beetles and rhinoceros beetles themselves. We will cover points for searching and identifying trees when collecting, as well as feeding frequency, temperature control, and tips for longevity when breeding.

Dates /

"Beginner's Collection Class" Saturday, July 18, Saturday, August 1

"Breeding Class" Monday, July 20 (Holiday), Sunday, August 2

Time / 110:00 - 11:30 214:00 - 15:30 ■Venue / Information Center Exhibition Room

Application / Advance reservation required

Participation Fee / 1,000 yen per pair (separate park entrance fee required)

Capacity / 10 pairs per session (1 adult, 1 child)

Cooperation / Stag Beetle and Rhinoceros Beetle Breeder Naotaro

Additional person/insect fee 500 yen/person/insect

Participation Benefit / 1 stag beetle or rhinoceros beetle presented (species cannot be chosen)

※In the "Beginner's Collection Class," there may be cases where you do not encounter stag beetles or rhinoceros beetles outdoors.

About National Alps Azumino Park (Omachi-Matsukawa Area)

National Alps Azumino Park (Omachi-Matsukawa Area) is a nature-rich national park spanning Omachi City and Matsukawa Village in Nagano Prefecture, at the foot of the Northern Alps. Its charm lies in enjoying diverse nature throughout the seasons, including fresh greenery, river play, autumn foliage, and snowscapes. Within the park, there are many facilities for families to enjoy, such as the "Sky Corridor" where you can observe the forest from a bird's-eye view, the "Forest Experience House" for seasonal cooking and nature-based craft experiences, the "Great Meadow House" where the entire building is a net jungle gym, and the "Mountain Bike Park" where parents and children can experience authentic off-road riding. Additionally, various facilities are available, including a "Day Camp Site" for enjoying authentic BBQ without bringing your own equipment, lawn areas, walking paths, and "Forest Athletics." It is a recommended spot for those who want to refresh themselves in nature or spend active time with family and friends.

The Northern Alps "Gakidake" visible from the park's "Alps Plaza"

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