Minamata Disease Museum Soshisha

Minamata Disease Museum Soshisha (水俣病歴史考証館) offers visitors a profound insight into the tragic history of Minamata Disease. Beyond educating the public, the museum carefully preserves an extensive archive of materials documenting the struggle and resilience of the affected communities. It's a place where visitors can learn, reflect, and better understand the importance of environmental responsibility.

One particularly moving part of the museum is the memorial dedicated to the cats that were sacrificed during scientific experiments to uncover the cause of the disease. Their story stands as a silent testament to the long and difficult path to discovering the truth. Visiting Soshisha is not just an educational experience—it’s an emotional journey through human and environmental history.