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Matsukawa Geothermal Power Plant Matsukawa Geothermal Museum

Hachimantai City

Central Iwate

Museums

    It was the first geothermal power plant to begin operation in Japan in 1966, and is the fourth geothermal power plant in the world. The steam rising from the huge 46m high cooling tower is astounding. The Geothermal Museum is a PR facility, with videos and panels showing how geothermal power generation works.

    Location
    Matsuo Yosegi, Hachimantai City, Iwate Prefecture 028-7302
    Business Hours
    Late April to early November 9:00 to 16:00
    Closed
    Every Tuesday during opening hours, closed in winter
    Price
    free
    Inquiries
    Tohoku Natural Energy Co., Ltd. General Affairs Department
    Phone number 022-722-6510
    Website
    https://www.tousec.co.jp/geothermal_museum.htmlOpen in new tab
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