Toothpick resource room
This is an interesting exhibit where you can learn surprising and convincing information, such as the roots of toothpicks and the deep relationship between toothbrushes and toothpicks.
Surprisingly, Japan is the only country in the world that uses round toothpicks to clean teeth. Yes, toothpicks are not only used in Japan, and there is more than one type. In foreign countries, the main use of round toothpicks is to ``pierce fruits and dishes.'' Platy or triangular objects are used for tooth care. What is the reason for this, and why is it not the case in Japan? Here, toothpicks from not only Japan but also other countries are on display, and you can learn how to use toothpicks. If you adopt the toothpick selections of the Nordic countries, which are advanced countries in dental care, you too can become a toothpick expert. In addition, you will be able to gain surprising and convincing knowledge, such as the manufacturing methods of toothpicks in different eras, the roots of toothpicks, and the deep relationship between toothbrushes and toothpicks. Foreign language support: English, other languages require accompanying interpreter.
Basic information
- Parking Available
- Business hours
- Every Saturday 10:00-12:00, 13:00-16:00
(For groups, please inquire in advance)
- Holidays
- Holidays, New Year holidays (12/28-1/4), Obon holidays (8/12-8/16), 2nd Saturday and Sunday in October (local festivals)
- Price
- Free
- Languages
- English
- Access
- Get off at Kawachinagano Station on the Nankai Koya Line/Kintetsu Nagano Line, then transfer to the Nankai Bus Takamuko Line and get off at Nagano Shako, about a 3-minute walk.
- Address
- 885 Ueharacho, Kawachinagano City, Osaka 586-0037
- Telephone
- 0721-52-2901
- Fax
- 0721-54-1092
- URL
- http://www.cleardent.co.jp/siryou/
- Other
- For group tours, advance application is required