Tagawa History and Coal Museum

A museum based on the theme of coal, built on the site of the Ita Mining Derrick of the Former Mitsui Tagawa Mine, which boasted the largest scale among mining shafts of the Meiji period. Displayed here are around 15,000 items related to coal as well as precious antiques and historical documents including Japan’s oldest known Umagata Haniwa (Horse-shaped terracotta figurines) and other items from the Kofun period.

Spot details

Address: Fukuoka Pref. Tagawashi Ita 2734-1 Map
Area: Munakata / Central Fukuoka Area
Phone: 0947445745
Hours: 9:30-17:30(Entry by 17:00)
Closed: Monday (the following weekday in the case of public holiday/substitute public holiday), New Year's Holiday, Exhibit Change Period
Fees: [Admission fee to view] General (including university students) 400 yen, High School Students 100 yen, Elementary and Junior High School Students 50 yen, Pre-schoolers Free
Parking Lot: Available
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Available
English Menu: Available (some information/audio guides in English etc. are available)
Note: Temporary suspension:Closed until June 1, 2020 (Information as of May 5, 2020)
* Information may be changed, so please be sure to check the official information.
Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day: Yes
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available