Going to the National Museum of Nature and Science in Tokyo can be a great experience for the whole family, whether one’s interest is in outer space, geology, slime molds, or anything in between. Displays are well arranged and labeled in multiple languages, including English.
Fossils @ National Museum of Nature and Science
There are some guided tours of the permanent exhibits, but families will have more fun exploring the spaces as interest guides them. Be sure to check out the interactive exhibits on subjects such as light, motion, and electricity.
Whale leaps over the Cherry Tree
Permanent exhibitions include the Nature of the Japanese Archipelago, The Environment on the Japanese Archipelago, Organisms of the Japanese Archipelago, Japanese People and Nature, Techniques in Observing Nature, The Advance of Life Across the Earth: Exploration Space/Forest of Discovery] – See the Incredible World of Mammals and Birds & Forest of Discovery, The Advance of Science and Technology Science in Discovery Plaza ( Thoughts and works of the peoples of Japan & Science All Around Us), Life and its Diversity (All life is interdependent), The Changing Global Environment and Evolution of Life: Solving the Riddle of the Dinosaurs, The Changing Global Environment and Evolution of Life: The Wonder of Emergence and Extinction, Space, Matter and the Laws of Nature: Activities of the National Museum of Nature and Science (Exploring the Workings of Nature & Collecting Specimens, Conducting Research, and Giving Back to the Community)
零戦/zero fighter
The barrier-free museum has extensive facilities for supporting visitor’s needs: stroller and wheelchair rentals, restaurants, a gift shop, elevators, a nursing station, even folding beds are available upon request.
A progression of Japanese people
Website for the National Museum of Nature and Science is available in English at http://www.kahaku.go.jp/english/index.php
The museum is usually open from 9 am to 5 pm, though hours may change for special exhibits. It is closed on Mondays, or on Tuesday if the Monday is a national holiday. It is located in Ueno Park near the National Museum, and can be reached by train most easily from the Ueno Station “Park Exit.”
