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Japan Mint Bureau Ministry of Finance (Mint Museum)

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Japan Mint Bureau Ministry of Finance (Mint Museum)

A museum where you can learn the history of the Japanese currency, also famous for the "Cherry Blossom Street" in spring.

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The Mint Museum converted a building originally built as a thermal power plant in 1911 (Meiji 44). The brick exterior was maintained throughout the transformation to this date. In 1969, the museum opened to the public to display valuable coins and other items stored by the Mint. Later, with the motto of "a people-friendly, environmentally friendly, and attractive museum," the museum introduced the latest techniques to its exhibits and facilities to make it more accessible. As a result, the museum underwent a major renovation and reopened in April 2009.

The museum displays valuable items such as gas lamps, balances, and other items made at the Mint when it was first established, sample coins, polar seals, and the first Hepburn Japanese-English dictionary in Japan. Another major part of the museum is coins manufactured by the Mint, including rare and valuable old coins such as large and small coins, items from the Mint's establishment. Other unique items on display include metal artifacts made with the Mint's medal manufacturing technology, medals from the Tokyo Olympics (1964) and Nagano Olympics (1998) and National Medal of Honor shields.

Every year around mid-April, the Mint holds a week-long "Cherry Blossom Walk-through.” A 560-meter corridor along the river running through the Mint is open to the public, where 336 cherry trees of 137 species (as of 2021) are in full bloom. Tens of thousands of people visit every year, and the area is crowded with food stalls selling festival foods. It is one of Osaka's most famous cherry blossom viewing spots and one of the “Japan’s Top 100 best cherry blossom spots.”

Highlights

  • You can enjoy retro building structures from the Meiji era.
  • You can learn about the history of coins and medals.
  • Every year in April, the Mint holds a “Cherry Blossom Walk-through” event.

Photos

  • The brick exterior of the building preserves the essence of the Meiji era

    The brick exterior of the building preserves the essence of the Meiji era

  • Valuable objects from the Meiji era such as gaslights and balances on display

    Valuable objects from the Meiji era such as gaslights and balances on display

  • Medals from the 18th Olympic Games held in Tokyo in 1964

    Medals from the 18th Olympic Games held in Tokyo in 1964

  • Coins are beautifully displayed with LED lighting

    Coins are beautifully displayed with LED lighting

  • A presser from the time of the company's founding

    A presser from the time of the company's founding

  • Every April, the “Cherry Blossom Walk-through” attracts many tourists

    Every April, the “Cherry Blossom Walk-through” attracts many tourists

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Is parking available?
A

Sorry, we don’t.

Q

Are coin lockers available?
A

Not available.

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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
A

No free Wi-Fi available.

Reviews

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  • 香取

    There are so many varieties of cherry blossoms, and each one has its own name. It's like walking through a cherry blossom encyclopedia!

  • 黎惠美

    Every spring, the cherry blossoms around here are absolutely gorgeous, making the beauty of the flowers really stand out. This is a super popular spot for locals in Osaka to visit during cherry blossom season!

  • 石玉卿

    I love bringing my whole family here to see the cherry blossoms 🌸. Every time we come, I feel so happy ❤️. Japan 🇯🇵 really puts so much care into everything they do.

  • 馮鴻

    This is the best place in Osaka to see cherry blossoms! There are so many varieties, including some I've never seen before. They bloom beautifully.

  • 王隆佑

    This is a gorgeous spot for cherry blossom viewing. The famous cherry blossom tunnel is really something!

Details

Name in Japanese
独立行政法人造幣局（造幣博物館）
Postal Code
530-0043
Address
1-1-79 Tenma, Kita-ku, Osaka City, Osaka
Tel
06-6351-8509
Closed
Every third Wednesday of the month, New Year holidays, and during the "Cherry Blossom Walk-through" period.
* The museum may also be temporarily closed for the replacement of exhibits. For details, please check the calendar of annual holidays on the official website.
Business Hours
9:00am - 4:45pm (Admission allowed until 4:00pm)
Admission
Free
Access
1) 15-minute walk from Osakatenmangu Station on the JR Tozai Line
2) 15-minute walk from Minamimorimachi Station on the Osaka Metro Tanimachi Line or Sakaisuji Line
3) 15-minute walk from Tenmabashi Station (Osaka Metro Tanimachi Line)
4) 15-minute walk from Tenmabashi Station on Keihan Line
Official Website
Official Website (English)

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