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Osaka Prefecture · Japan
Though we will not have time to actually enter the museum, we will stop in the grounds and learn about the fascinating history of the area and its place within Japan's modernisation.
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation2:03
Welcome to the Japan Mint in Osaka, an institution that stands at the intersection of Japanese tradition and modern economic history. Established in 1871 during the early Meiji period, this site was the cornerstone of Japan's…
Listen in the app2The Mint Museum — A Numismatic Journey1:42
Housed in a renovated Meiji-era building that once served as a thermal power plant, the Mint Museum is a treasure trove of financial history. As you enter, you are greeted by an array of exhibits that tell the story of money in…
Listen in the app3Meiji Era Architecture and the Clock Tower1:39
The grounds of the Japan Mint are a rare surviving example of Meiji-era industrial architecture in Osaka. The red-brick buildings and granite facades were designed to convey stability and prestige, mirroring the Western banks and…
Listen in the app4The Cherry Blossom Tunnel — A Natural Legacy1:31
While the Mint produces coins year-round, its most famous 'product' is perhaps the 'Sakura no Toorinuke.' This cherry blossom tunnel follows the banks of the Yodo River for about half a kilometer. What makes this tunnel unique is…
Listen in the app5Coin Production — The Art of the Strike1:34
If you are lucky enough to take a factory tour, you will witness the high-speed, high-precision world of modern coin production. The factory floor is a landscape of massive stamping machines and whirring conveyor belts. …
Listen in the app6The Medal and Art Collection1:34
Beyond common coinage, the Japan Mint is a world-renowned producer of medals and artistic metalwork. The museum houses an impressive collection of these works, ranging from commemorative medals for historic events to intricate…
Listen in the app7The Mint's Role in Modern Society1:29
As we conclude our look at the Japan Mint, it is important to understand its ongoing role in the global economy and Japanese society. While digital payments are on the rise, the demand for physical currency and high-value…
Listen in the app8Closing1:09
Our journey through the Japan Mint in Osaka has come to an end. We have seen the birth of the yen, the precision of modern manufacturing, and the delicate beauty of the cherry blossom tunnel. …
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What is Mint Museum?
Mint Museum is a place in Osaka Prefecture · Japan with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Osaka Prefecture · Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Total length | 12 min 41 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 34.6959, 135.5217 |
| Last updated |
