Iwami Ginzan World Heritage Center

The Iwami Ginzan World Heritage Center contains exhibits about silver mining operations, including original tools, maps, and detailed dioramas of mining techniques.

During the 16th century, this location supplied one-third of Japan's silver production and established trade connections with European nations through Portuguese merchants.

Museum staff perform theatrical presentations depicting daily routines of mining families during the Edo period, demonstrating traditional customs and social structures.

The center opens daily from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM with admission fees of 310 yen for adults and 150 yen for students, offering guided tours in multiple languages.

Visitors can participate in workshops to create Chogin silver coins using traditional methods and attempt to lift a 30-kilogram silver bar display.

Location: Oda

Official opening: October 20, 2008

Address: 島根県大田市大森町イ1597-3

Website: https://ginzan.city.oda.lg.jp

GPS coordinates: 35.10578,132.45141

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:03