Toyohashi Museum of Natural Resources, Natural resources museum in Toyohashi, Japan
The Toyohashi Museum of Natural Resources displays minerals and fossils from the surrounding region through detailed geological exhibits. The collections document the rocks and underground materials that characterize the composition of this area.
The museum opened in 1980 when the city was a center of heavy industry seeking to document its geological roots. It was created to preserve and share the mineral heritage that had long defined the local economy.
The museum illustrates how underground resources shaped the development and industries that defined this city. Visitors can see the direct connection between what lies beneath the surface and the economic activities that grew from it.
The museum is located in the Oiwa district and welcomes visitors most days of the week. It is accessible by car and public transport, with group visits possible by arrangement.
The collection focuses on minerals and rocks found specifically beneath this area of Aichi Prefecture, types not commonly seen elsewhere. This makes it a place to understand the geological character particular to this region.
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