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Minato Science Museum
港区立みなと科学館 · Minato · Ward, city, town or village
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Location: Open in Google Maps. Coordinates indicate an approximate location and may not mark the entrance. Coordinate source. © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL (https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright). OpenStreetMap node 11736273728 identifies Minato Science Museum and links to the same official museum website. The official operator places it at Toranomon 3-6-9, Minato. The mapped point is approximate, not a verified entrance.
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Free admission to science exhibitions
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Free · Everyone
Permanent and special exhibitions are free. The planetarium normally has a separate charge. The museum usually closes on the second Monday (or the next day when Monday is a holiday), December 29–January 3, and for occasional maintenance. Confirm opening and access before visiting. Regular and announced extra closures are excluded through March 2027. Check the current schedule and individual planetarium shows.
- Recorded as an ongoing offer, subject to opening days
- Recorded from 2026-11-06
- Recorded through 2027-03-31
- Excluded periods: 2026-12-29 to 2027-01-03
Show 10 excluded dates
2026-11-09, 2026-11-10, 2026-12-14, 2026-12-15, 2027-01-12, 2027-01-13, 2027-02-08, 2027-02-09, 2027-03-08, 2027-03-09
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Free Tokyo nature and wildlife exhibition
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Free · Everyone
Free digital exhibition in the multipurpose lobby. The museum is closed October 13–14. Planetarium shows have separate conditions.
- Period: 2026-09-16 to 2026-11-08, inclusive
- Excluded dates: 2026-10-13, 2026-10-14
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Free local elementary-school science exhibition
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Free · Everyone
Free entry and no reservation. Open 09:00–20:00, except the final day ends at 17:00; check the venue for any changes.
- Period: 2026-11-11 to 2026-12-13, inclusive
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Free planetarium presentation by junior interpreters
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Free · Everyone
Free ticket required from the ticket machine or reception. No reservation; capacity 90. Entry is not allowed after the show begins; no re-entry after leaving.
- Date: 2026-11-21
- Time in Tokyo: 19:00–19:40
Capacity is limited to 90; check availability and allow time to collect a ticket.
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Planned free planetarium day for Minato residents: National Foundation Day
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Free · Minato City residents
The museum lists four planned resident free days each year. Bring proof of address and collect a ticket at the first-floor reception. Dates and conditions may change; check the current year’s announcement and programme.
- Annual date: February 11
- Recorded from 2026-11-06
Expected: these recorded dates were not confirmed. Check the official information before visiting.
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Planned free planetarium day for Minato residents: Children’s Day
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Free · Minato City residents
The museum lists four planned resident free days each year. Bring proof of address and collect a ticket at the first-floor reception. Dates and conditions may change; check the current year’s announcement and programme.
- Annual date: May 5
- Recorded from 2026-11-06
Expected: these recorded dates were not confirmed. Check the official information before visiting.
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Planned free planetarium day for Minato residents: Mountain Day
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Free · Minato City residents
The museum lists four planned resident free days each year. Bring proof of address and collect a ticket at the first-floor reception. Dates and conditions may change; check the current year’s announcement and programme.
- Annual date: August 11
- Recorded from 2026-11-06
Expected: these recorded dates were not confirmed. Check the official information before visiting.
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Planned free planetarium day for Minato residents: Culture Day
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Free · Minato City residents
The museum lists four planned resident free days each year. Bring proof of address and collect a ticket at the first-floor reception. Dates and conditions may change; check the current year’s announcement and programme.
- Annual date: November 3
- Recorded from 2026-11-06
Expected: these recorded dates were not confirmed. Check the official information before visiting.
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Free planetarium tickets for preschool children
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Free · Infants and preschool children
Infants and preschoolers are listed as eligible for free planetarium admission. Collect a free ticket at reception; capacity and programme rules apply. The regular adult rate is ¥600. Regular and announced extra closures are excluded through March 2027. Check the current schedule and individual planetarium shows.
- Recorded as an ongoing offer, subject to opening days
- Recorded from 2026-11-06
- Recorded through 2027-03-31
- Excluded periods: 2026-12-29 to 2027-01-03
Show 10 excluded dates
2026-11-09, 2026-11-10, 2026-12-14, 2026-12-15, 2027-01-12, 2027-01-13, 2027-02-08, 2027-02-09, 2027-03-08, 2027-03-09
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Free planetarium tickets for eligible local seniors and disabled visitors
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Free · Minato residents aged 65 or older; disabled Minato residents and up to one caregiver
The museum lists eligible Minato residents aged 65 or older and disabled Minato residents with up to one caregiver as free. Show documentation and collect a free ticket at reception; check programme and opening dates. Regular and announced extra closures are excluded through March 2027. Check the current schedule and individual planetarium shows.
- Recorded as an ongoing offer, subject to opening days
- Recorded from 2026-11-06
- Recorded through 2027-03-31
- Excluded periods: 2026-12-29 to 2027-01-03
Show 10 excluded dates
2026-11-09, 2026-11-10, 2026-12-14, 2026-12-15, 2027-01-12, 2027-01-13, 2027-02-08, 2027-02-09, 2027-03-08, 2027-03-09
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