Noguchi Hideyo Memorial Museum

[The Indomitable Spirit and Origin of Love] Experience the true face of the great man on the thousand yen bill at the 'Hideyo Noguchi Memorial Museum'

Hideyo Noguchi, a world-renowned bacteriologist familiar as the portrait on the thousand yen bill. The 'Hideyo Noguchi Memorial Museum', located in his hometown of Inawashiro, allows visitors to deeply engage with his tumultuous life and human side, making it a popular museum for both children and adults.

■ The 'Irori' that started it all and the pillar of determination

A must-see point for enthusiasts here is the thatched-roof 'birthplace' that has been preserved as it was at that time.

• The fateful irori: The place where he suffered severe burns on his left hand at the age of one and a half, which later inspired him to pursue a career in medicine, remains in its original form.
• The pillar of determination: When he moved to Tokyo at the age of 19, he deeply carved the words 'If I do not achieve my ambition, I will not set foot in this place again' with a small knife. You can feel his extraordinary determination and passion across time.

■ An interactive exhibit where you can converse with the 'Hideyo Noguchi Robot'

The exhibition area inside the museum is very modern and rich in entertainment value, which is a major attraction.

• Intricate android: In the room that recreates the Rockefeller Institute for Medical Research, the 'Hideyo Noguchi Robot' energetically welcomes you.
• Learning about the world of bacteria: In the 'Experience! Bacterium' corner, you can enjoy learning about the world of bacteria that he dedicated his life to, in a fun game-like manner, stimulating children's intellectual curiosity.