692-4 Nogata Oyakata Yama, Nogata City, Fukuoka Prefecture
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¥500
The Nogata City Coal Memorial Museum commemorates the Chikuhō coalfield's significant contribution to Japan's industrial development. Established in 1971, the museum complex features three buildings showcasing valuable artifacts, along with outdoor exhibits including a steam locomotive, mining machinery, and a replica training tunnel. Located a 10-minute walk from Nogata Station, the museum offers insights into the lives of coal miners and the region's industrial past. Don't miss the well-preserved C11 steam locomotive and the largest coal lump in Japan. The museum is accessible and welcomes guide dogs. Open to visitors of all ages, it provides a comprehensive look at the coal mining industry.
Accessibility: Guide dogs welcome