Nagoya City Science Museum

Nagoya City Science Museum is located in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, with the concept of "See, Touch, and Verify." It opened in 1962, commemorating the 70th anniversary of the city’s establishment. The museum is designed to allow enjoyment of science for people of all ages, from children to adults. Particularly noteworthy is the "NTP Planet," recognized by Guinness as one of the largest planetariums in the world. Its enormous dome, with a diameter of 35 meters, is breathtaking and uses the latest technology to recreate a sky filled with stars that is very close to reality.

Nagoya City Science Museum consists of three main areas: the Science and Technology Museum, the Astronomy Museum, and the Life Science Museum. Here, visitors can explore approximately 230 different exhibits, including a 9-meter high artificial tornado and an aurora experience in a lab maintained at minus 30 degrees Celsius. Moreover, the building itself incorporates sustainable design features such as solar power generation and green walls.

The planetarium's programs change themes monthly, allowing visitors to learn about cosmic myths, lunar phenomena, and black holes, explained in an easy-to-understand manner by the curators. This engaging approach helps fascinate children in an era where there are concerns about declining interest in science.

It is accessible within a 5-minute walk from Fushimi Station. With its blend of entertainment and educational value, Nagoya City Science Museum is a recommended spot for anyone interested in science.

Basic Information

Spot Name: Nagoya City Science Museum
Location: 〒460-0008 2-17-1 Sakae, Naka Ward, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture
Access: Take the subway Higashiyama Line or Tsurumai Line and get off at "Fushimi" station. From exit 4 or 5, walk south for 5 minutes.
Get off at "Hirokoji Fushimi" on the city bus and walk south for 5 minutes.
Get off at "Shirakawa Park Mae" on the Meitetsu bus and walk north for 5 minutes.
Parking: No parking available.
Business Hours: 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (Admission until 4:30 PM)
Regular Holiday: Closed on Mondays (the following weekday if it’s a holiday), the third Friday of the month (open if it’s a holiday, closed on the fourth Friday), and during the New Year’s holiday period (from December 29 to January 3).
Fees: Admission Fee (Same Day)
[Exhibition Room and Planetarium] Adults 800 yen, University and High School Students 500 yen
[Exhibition Room Only] Adults 400 yen, University and High School Students 200 yen
*Free for middle school students and younger
*University and high school students must present a student ID
Contact Information: Phone Number：052-201-4486
Official Website: http://www.ncsm.city.nagoya.jp/