Omuta Coal Industry and Science Museum
Fukuoka prefecture
History/Culture Industries
The Omuta Coal Industry and Science Museum features many exhibits, including:
1. In the Shaft - A Look at Mining Technology: Experience the operation of a coal mine in a shaft 400 meters (about 1312 feet) beneath the Ariake Sea! This exhibit packs a punch, displaying real mining machinery such as a giant coal digging machine, an electric locomotive to convey coal, and much more!
2. Moving Image Hall: Learn about the history and major events of Japan’s largest coal mining town, Omuta, through footage of the city’s Government-Designated Modernization Assets. Three programs (15, 20, and 40 minutes long).
3. Let’s Experiment with Energy: Visitors can enjoy experimenting with a variety of energies!
Industrial Tourism Content: Industrial Asset/Coal
Historical exhibition of Miyake coalpit
Shaft Tours
Tours: Available
| Address | 〒836-0037 6-23 Misaki-machi, Omuta-shi |
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| Contact |
Tel: 0944-53-2377 Fax: 0944-53-2340 Omuta City Coal Science Education Promotion Association |
| Access Information |
About a 3 minute drive from JR Omuta Station on the Kagoshima Main Line About a 3 minute drive from Nishitetsu “Omuta” Station on the Tenjin Omuta Line About a 25 minute drive from Nankan Interchange off the Kyushu Expressway |
| Parking | Available; 30 vehicles |
| Parking fees | Free |
| Times Available | - |
| Time Required | 60 - 80 mins. |
| Max, Capacity | No limit. 30 per group allowed at one time in the building. |
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| Closed |
Mondays (Open in the event of national holiday; closed on the following day) New Year’s Holidays (December 29 - January 3) |
| Usage fees | *Adults: 400 yen *High school students: 400 yen *Elementary / Junior high school students: 200 yen For school groups: *High school students: 250 yen *Elementary / Junior high school students: 130 yen |
| Reservations required | Not required (only required if guests want an interpretation) |
| For reservations | Please contact us |
| 2D Bar Codes | Show 2D Bar Codes |
| Links | - |
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