The Hotaruika Museum, completed in 1997 in Namerikawa, Toyama Prefecture, stands as a distinctive commercial and museum facility. Designed collaboratively by Architecture Factory and the Namerikawa City Construction Department, this building celebrates the region's famous firefly squid through innovative architectural design. Located at 410 Nakagawara, the museum skillfully integrates exhibition spaces with commercial functions, creating a dynamic cultural landmark. Its contemporary design reflects the architects' thoughtful approach to blending cultural heritage with modern retail environments, making it a noteworthy example of late 1990s Japanese institutional architecture that serves both educational and economic purposes for the local community.