National Memorial Museum of Forced Mobilization under Japanese Occupation

The National Japanese Forced Mobilization History Museum was established with the purpose of promoting mature historical consciousness by investigating the reality of forced mobilization during the Japanese colonial period and providing a venue for public education on human rights and world peace. Taking into consideration the history and accessibility of Busan Port, which was the departure point for most forced mobilizations during the Japanese colonial period, and that some of the forced mobilizations were from Gyeongsang Province, the construction policy was confirmed in Busan in September 2008. Inside the history museum, the government's collection of forced mobilization accounts, photographs, and natural materials are on display. In addition, there is a memorial tower and a memorial site (moratorium) to commemorate the victims of Japanese forced mobilization, as well as a children's experience center and a children's library to inform future generations of the importance of peace. It serves not only as a 'memorial and commemorative facility for the bereaved families' but also as an 'education space on the history of forced mobilization under Japanese colonial rule.'

Accessible travel information

Machine-translated from Korean.

Mobility

Parking

Disabled parking available (8 spaces on the 2nd floor of the building)

Access route

No step at the entrance; wheelchair accessible

Wheelchairs

Free rental of wheelchairs (2 units/bring ID card/rental at the information desk)

Entrance passage

The main entrance has no threshold; wheelchair accessible

Elevator

There is an elevator for the disabled. A wheelchair lift is available at the memorial park.

Restroom

Disabled restroom available (4th and 6th floors/separated for men and women)

Visual

Audio guide

Exhibition audio guide provided

Families with infants

Strollers

Free stroller rental (2 units/bring ID card/rental at the information desk)

Nursing room

Nursing room available (4th floor)