Nakatomi Memorial Museum of Pharmacy

ナカトミキネンクスリハクブツカン

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A museum where you can learn about the history and culture of medicine through exhibits of pharmaceuticals, medical tools, and documents.

Cultural Assets

HighlightsExhibits introducing the life of founder Kiyokichi Nakatomi
Exhibits of pharmaceuticals and medical tools
Exhibits exploring the relationship between medicine and people's lives
Herb garden
A museum that offers a chance to reflect on health and life

Basic Information

Address: 1-1-1 Jonai, Saga City, Saga Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Saga

Access: About a 15-minute walk from Saga Station on the JR Nagasaki Main Line Show route

Op.Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Cld.Days: Mondays (the following day if a national holiday falls on a Monday), Year-end and New Year holidays

Fee: Adults: ¥500, High school students: ¥300, Junior high school students and younger: Free

INFO: Group discounts available. Please see our website for details.

HP: http://www.nakatomi-museum.or.jp/

Overview

The Nakatomi Memorial Museum of Pharmacy, located in Saga City, Saga Prefecture, is a museum that conveys the history and culture of pharmaceuticals and medicine. It opened in 1982 (Showa 57) to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of its founder, Kiyokichi Nakatomi. The museum features numerous fascinating exhibits, including the founder's life, the pharmaceutical manufacturing process, and the relationship between medicine and people's lives. There is also a herb garden where you can actually touch medicinal herbs. Through various exhibits related to medicine, the museum provides an opportunity to reflect on health and life. The Nakatomi Memorial Museum of Pharmacy is located near Saga Castle Ruins. Be sure to stop by if you visit Saga Castle Ruins.

Nakatomi Memorial Museum of Pharmacy

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