Nogata Coal Museum (直方市石炭記念館)

Flow of the course

About this spot

A museum preserving Nogata's history as the former center of the Chikuho coalfields. The red-brick smokestack on the grounds is a precious remnant evoking the coal mines of that era. Inside, through machinery used in mining and photo archives, you can learn about the lives of people in a town that flourished through the coal industry. The grounds are landscaped as a lush park, ideal for leisurely strolling.

Tips

Accessible by car or on foot from central Nogata. Admission is roughly 200 yen for adults. The outdoor smokestack viewing area has little shade, so in summer a hat is recommended.

Best time to visit

Approximately 1 hour. Late morning through early afternoon is relatively uncrowded and good for touring.

Access & map

〒822-0016 6-4 Nogata, Nogata, Fukuoka Prefecture