National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation (Miraikan)

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This is a national science museum on Odaiba island. The permanent exhibits cover a broad range of subjects from the simple science questions to those regarding the latest technologies including the earth environment, space exploration, and the wonders of life. The dome shaped theater that plays 3D science films and other three-dimensional planetarium presentations is very popular. The director of this museum is the famous astronaut, Mamoru Mohri.

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National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation (Miraikan)

Address: Tokyo Koutou-ku Aomi 2-3-6 Map
Area: Toyosu / Ariake / Odaiba Area
Phone: 0335709151
Hours: 10:00-17:00 (Ticket purchase and reception until 16:30)
Closed: Tuesday, New Year's Holiday (12/28-1/1)
* Days closed may be temporarily set for facility maintenance
※ Tuesdays may also be open during public holidays, spring, summer, winter vacation periods, etc.
Fees: [Admission fee] Adults630yen, 18 years old or younger 210yen, Pre-schoolers (6 years old or younger) Free * Saturday is 18 years old or younger Free 'Mirairo ID' is also possible) * Dome shearer, special exhibition is an extra charge Friday
Parking Lot: Available(167spaces)
Credit Card: Available(VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMEX, others)
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Available(Miraikan Free Wi-Fi, Tokyo Odaiba Free Wi-Fi)
Vegetarian Menu: Available
English Menu: Available
Note: Free admission for Saturdays under 18 years old (excluding special exhibitions etc.)
Free admission for persons with disabilities certificate and up to 1 attendant
Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day: Yes
Average budget: [Lunch] 1-1,000yen, 1,001-3,000yen
Estimated stay time: 120 minutes or more
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

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Decent experience but not what it says on the tin

Reviewed : 2023.05.22

If you come expecting a museum of emerging science and technology, you might be a tad disappointed. This really is more of a set of more or less sophisticated art pieces and exhibits showcasing...
Well worth a visit and thought provoking

Reviewed : 2023.04.26

A visit to this museum is a really great activity for young and old. The museum makes you think and reflect on science and every day life in a very interactive way. We spent a full afternoon...
Kills an hour

Reviewed : 2023.02.12

Worth wandering round for an hour (or two). Some of the exhibits are cool. I like the radiation tank. Cafe on top floor has good views.