Haeujae Museum
29.02℃ 31.88℃ 65%
Entertainment.Museum
9, Jangan-ro 458beon-gil
Jangan-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do KG 16209, South Korea
Take Subway Line 1 to Sungkyunkwan University Station, then take Bus No. 2-1 or 2-5 and get off at the Haewoojae stop. It is a short bus ride from the station.
+82-31-271-9777
Mar-Oct: 10:00–18:00 / Nov-Feb: 10:00–17:00
Closed on Mondays
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Overview
Haewoojae, also known as "Mr. Toilet House," is the world's only museum shaped like a toilet bowl. The name "Haewoojae" means "a house to relieve one's concerns," inspired by the traditional Buddhist name for a restroom. It serves as a comprehensive cultural space dedicated to improving global sanitation and sharing the history of toilet culture in a fun, accessible way for both children and adults.
History
The building was originally the private residence of the late Sim Jae-duck, the former Mayor of Suwon and founding chairman of the World Toilet Association (WTA). Known as "Mr. Toilet" for his passion for sanitation, he demolished his 30-year-old home to build this unique structure in 2007. After his passing, the house was donated to Suwon City and reopened as a museum in 2010. It has since become a landmark, promoting the "Suwon Toilet Revolution" to the world.
Things to see
**Toilet-Shaped Main Building**: The architectural marvel itself, which is designed to look like a giant toilet when viewed from above.
**Toilet Culture Park**: An outdoor exhibition featuring various traditional Korean latrines from the Silla and Goryeo dynasties, including the "pig-pen toilet" from Jeju Island.
**Haewoojae Cultural Center**: Located across the museum, this building houses a specialized library, a kids' hands-on experience zone, and an observation deck.
**Ancient Artifacts**: A collection of historical urinals and portable toilets (Maehwa-teul) used by the royalty during the Joseon Dynasty.
Things to do
**Children’s Experience Zone**: Kids can learn about the digestive system and the importance of hygiene through interactive digital games and climbing structures.
**Sim Jae-duck Memorial Hall**: Explore the life and achievements of the man who started the global movement for clean public restrooms.
**Outdoor Sculpture Tour**: Take photos with humorous bronze sculptures depicting the "relief" of people throughout history, located in the surrounding park.
**Educational Workshops**: Participate in programs that teach children about recycling waste into energy and environmental protection.
