Itai-itai Disease Museum, Disease museum in Toyama, Japan
The Itai-itai Disease Museum exhibits documents, photographs, and artifacts detailing the effects of cadmium poisoning on the local population of Toyama Prefecture.
During the 1960s, residents along the Jinzu River suffered severe health complications due to industrial pollution, leading to the establishment of this educational facility in Toyama.
The museum features testimonies from survivors and their families, documenting the social impact and legal battles against environmental contamination in Japanese society.
Located at 151 Tomosuke, the museum opens Tuesday through Sunday from 9:00 to 17:00, offering free admission and guided tours in multiple languages.
The facility contains a specialized laboratory demonstrating soil contamination processes and restoration techniques developed following the environmental disaster.
Location: 富山市
Website: http://itaiitai-dis.jp/
Operator: 富山県
Address: 151 Tomosugi, Toyama, 939-8233, Japan 939-8233 Toyama 939-8233 Toyama
Opening Hours: Mardi-Dimanche 09:00-17:00
Phone: +81764280830
Website: http://itaiitai-dis.jp
GPS coordinates: 36.63599,137.20176
Latest update: March 3, 2025 23:27
Toyama offers visitors a balanced mix of culture, nature, and history. The city houses several notable museum institutions: the Toyama Glass Art Museum displays glassworks from Japan and internationally across six floors, while the Prefectural Museum of Art and Design showcases regional collections in a modern setting. The Science Museum complements this cultural offering with exhibits about space and biology, a planetarium, and interactive facilities for young visitors. Outdoor enthusiasts will find direct access to the surrounding mountains in Toyama. Mount Kurobegorō reaches 2,840 meters and provides views of the Northern Japanese Alps. Mount Washiba, at 939 meters, offers marked trails through the forest. In winter, the Tateyama Sanroku Ski Area opens its slopes from December to March. In the city, Kansui Park runs along the Fugan Canal with paved walkways, while botanical gardens feature native plants and tropical greenhouses. The Toyama Family Park combines a zoo, playgrounds, and green spaces, creating a spot for relaxation for all ages.
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