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Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation (Miraikan)

, Koto City, Tokyo

Description

The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation, a.k.a. the Miraikan (meaning "Future Museum"), is housed in a modern building in south-western Tokyo. It was created by Japan's Science and Technology Agency and features impressive exhibits such as the Geo-Cosmos sphere that displays near real-time data such as global weather patterns and ocean temperatures and data sourced from seismometers spread across the country. The museum is divided in 3 sections: "Explore the frontiers" (Space, Earth and Life), "Create your future" (Robots, information, Innovation), and "Discover your Earth" (Feel, Search for, and Analyse the Earth).

Access & Transport

The Miraikan is in the Odaiba District, along Tokyo Bay. It can be reached via the Yurikamone fully automated transit system from Shimbashi or Shiodome. The stop is Hanzomon station.

Instructions & Recommendations

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Meta review

Not a very well-known museum outside of the region with online reviews that are generally favourable even though there is a high degree of bias given visitors are very likely to be interested in sciences. The exhibits are described as being adequate for 12yr old and above, forming a comprehensive, varied and interesting permanent collection with a few highlights such as the Geo-sphere and the robots. Also popular with school groups

Environmental & Social

Purposely constructed building but some efforts in terms of energy cleanliness and efficiency with a swich to renewable electricity sources (primarily wind), sustainable food, and reduction of plastic usage. Educational aspects

Conclusion

The Miraikan is a well-rounded science museum with a few impressive exhibits but is best recommended for residents or those with a keen interest in space or robotics. First time visitors to the city are probably better off focusing on the Tokyo-specific sights in more central locations

Key positive

Robots and earthquake data

Educational

Key negative

A little out of the way

Can feel a little empty

Suitability

Best for those 10yrs old and above. Accessible for visitors with reduced mobility

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

August 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
Closed for NY break 28 Dec - 01 Jan

av. transport time:0h 45m

est. visit time:1h 30m

Regulated hours

Monday10:00 - 17:00

Tuesday -

Wednesday10:00 - 17:00

Thursday10:00 - 17:00

Friday10:00 - 17:00

Saturday10:00 - 17:00

Sunday10:00 - 17:00

Pricing
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Group price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
JP¥630
500
Adult
18 - 64
JP¥630
500
Child
3 - 17
JP¥210
160
Infant
0 - 2
JP¥0
0
Price for Permanent exhibitions (does not include the Dome Theatre)

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