[014]National Museum of Nature and Science (Kokuritsu Kagaku Hakubutsu-kan)

Description

  • The National Museum of Nature and Science is divided into the Japan Gallery and the Global Gallery, and the Japan Gallery introduces the evolution of Japan from the perspective of natural science.
  • The Global Gallery uses life-sized dinosaur models to introduce the history of life on Earth.
  • Children get free admission, so it gets crowded on weekends and during holidays.

Reviews by situation

“Relaxing alone” Recommendation score: 6 /10

There are a lot of visitors on weekdays, mainly children, and it is recommended if you have a deep interest in natural science and earth history.


“Kids will love it” Recommendation score: 8 /10

The Japan Gallery is not very popular among children, but the dinosaur model exhibits in the Global Gallery are very popular. It is a facility with high educational value.


“As a date” Recommendation score: 1 /10

The population density is high, so it is not suitable for dates unless you have a deep interest in natural science and earth history.


“Fun with friends” Recommendation score: 2 /10

Although the population density is high, it may be worth visiting if you have a deep interest in natural science and earth history.

Business Hours

AM9:00 to PM4:30

Closed Days

Every Monday (if Monday is a holiday, the next weekday)

English Support

Main information is in English. In addition, audio guidance is also provided.

Fees

One adult…630yen (cash / credit card / SUICA / and more)

Access

You can get there in about 3 minutes on foot from the park exit of Ueno Station (JR lines). If you arrive at Ueno Station on Metro Ginza Line or Hibiya Line, first aim for JR Ueno Station or Ueno Park. The National Museum of Nature and Science is located at the back of Ueno Park.

Main limited-time events

See the official website.

Official website

https://www.kahaku.go.jp/english/

Nearby spots


Ueno Park (Ueno Koen)
This park includes the Tokyo National Museum, the National Museum of Nature and Science, and Ueno Zoo.

Tokyo National Museum
It is Japan’s oldest and largest museum. It collect and display valuable cultural properties from Japan and the East.

Ueno Zoo
This is Japan’s oldest zoo, and the giant panda exhibit is very popular.