From our perspective, we hope to make more and more people aware of the issues surrounding Minamata disease. The history etc. The visual images are displayed using one large screen and 12 television monitors. These operate on a switch operated system so that visitors can watch them at will. In October 1994, a narration system was established by Minamata disease sufferers whereby visitors hear directly from disease patients the stories of their experience.
Visitors are then free to ask questions.
This system has been well received since its inception and is utilized by many people from individuals to groups. To allow more and more people to visit the facility, both entry into the museum and the narration system are free of charge. Furthermore, the museum is fully equipped with a free car park large enough to accommodate 20 full size buses. Through the narration system, victims speak directly of their valuable personal experiences with regard to Minamata disease. The system was initiated as a way to promote the proper understanding of Minamata disease, and to have people recognize the dignity of living stalwartly, undefeated by the tragedy of Minamata disease.