Hideyo Noguchi Memorial Hall

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Learn about the life of Hideyo Noguchi, the renowned scientist featured on the 1000-yen note. A rare opportunity to visit his preserved birthplace.

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Overview

Hideyo Noguchi was a bacteriologist from Inawashiro-machi, Yama-gun, Fukushima Prefecture. Despite suffering severe burns as a child, his dedication and talent led him to pursue medicine and achieve international recognition. His contributions to research on yellow fever and syphilis earned him worldwide respect. The Hideyo Noguchi Memorial Hall showcases his birthplace, personal belongings, and research materials, offering a glimpse into his remarkable life and achievements. His preserved home provides a window into the lifestyle of the time, sparking the imagination about his upbringing and the drive behind his research. The exhibition hall offers detailed information on his research and accomplishments, highlighting their groundbreaking nature and continued relevance. You'll also learn about the historical context of his life, the social conditions he faced, and the challenges he overcame, providing a richer understanding of his legacy.

  • Historic Sites

Basic Information

Address
81 Maeda, Mitsuwacho, Inawashiro-machi, Yama-gun, Fukushima Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Fukushima
Access
About a 10-minute bus ride or a 6-minute taxi ride from Inawashiro Station on the JR Ban'etsu West Line. A 5-minute drive from the Inawashiro-Bandai-Kogen Interchange on the Ban'etsu Expressway. Show route
Op.Hours
April - October: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (Last entry 5:00 PM) November - March: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Last entry 4:00 PM)
Cld.Days
Year-end and New Year holidays
Fee
Adults (15 years and older): ¥600 Children (Elementary and Junior High School): ¥300 General Groups: Adults: ¥550 Children: ¥250 Student Groups (School-led): University, High School, and other school students: ¥400 Elementary and Junior High School students: ¥250
INFO
Allow approximately 40 minutes for your visit. A gift shop is available, selling items such as phone cards.
HP
http://www.noguchihideyo.or.jp/

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