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INDEX
<Choose according to the occasion or mood>
- If you want to enjoy a special seat perfect for a date, this is the place to go! | Konica Minolta Planetarium
- Enjoy adult screening programs with friends | Katsushika Ward Museum of Local History and Astronomy Planetarium
- Benesse Star Dome: Popular with families due to its wide range of programs
- Feel free to drop in even if you're alone | Shinagawa City Gotanda Cultural Center Planetarium
- Great access. Relaxing time alone | Minato City Minato Science Museum Planetarium
<Experience the latest technology>
- Experience a thrilling 4D space journey! | National Astronomical Observatory of Japan 4D2U Dome Theater
- The wide screen that covers the entire perimeter creates a great sense of realism! | Miraikan, National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation
- The largest in Tokyo's 23 wards. Gazing at colorful stars | Galaxy City Multi-Experience Dome
- A sloping dome that envelops you in the starry sky from head to toe | Tama Rokuto Science Museum
<Choose according to the occasion or mood>
If you want to enjoy a special seat perfect for a date, this is the place to go! | Konica Minolta Planetarium
The first planetarium made in Japan was sold by Chiyoda Optical Precision Co., Ltd., the predecessor of Konica Minolta Inc. Since then, Konica Minolta Planetarium has been involved in the manufacture of planetarium equipment and content production. This "Konica Minolta Planetarium" is a directly managed facility of the company. There are three in Tokyo.
Konica Minolta Planetarium Manten in Sunshine City
In addition to the amazing equipment, the carefully designed seats are also perfect for livening up the atmosphere of a date. At the Planetarium Manten in Ikebukuro, they have installed a fully flat "grass seat" made of airweave, which is gentle on the body, and a fluffy, pure white "cloud seat."
Konica Minolta Planetarium TOKYO
Dome 2 of Planetarium Tokyo in Yurakucho has a pair of seats called the Galaxy Seats that can be enjoyed by two people.
Konica Minolta Planetarium Tenku in Tokyo Skytree Town®
At the Planetarium Tenku in Oshiage, the special "Crescent Seats" feel like you're sitting on a crescent moon, and are incredibly romantic.
Each seat is special and immersive, making you forget you're in Tokyo.
Konica Minolta Planetarium Manten in Sunshine City
| address | ： | Sunshine City World Import Mart Building Rooftop, 3-1-3 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo |
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| phone | ： | 03-3989-3546 |
| Opening hours | ： | Weekdays 10:00-21:00 Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays 10:00-22:00 |
| closing day | ： | None (May be closed on days for changing artworks or for equipment maintenance) |
| access | ： | 20 minutes walk from Ikebukuro Station on the JR, Tokyo Metro, Seibu and Tobu lines, 10 minutes walk from Higashi-Ikebukuro Station on the Tokyo Metro |
| Fee | ： | Grass seat (up to 2 people, elementary school students and above) 3,200 yen/sheet Cloud sheet (up to 2 people, elementary school students and above) 4,200 yen/sheet Regular seats: Adults 1,600 yen, Children 1,000 yen |
| web | ： | https://planetarium.konicaminolta.jp/manten/ |
Konica Minolta Planetarium TOKYO
| address | ： | Yurakucho Marion 9th floor, 2-5-1 Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo |
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| phone | ： | 03-6269-9952 |
| Opening hours | ： | 10:30～21:30 |
| closing day | ： | None (May be closed on days for changing artworks or for equipment maintenance) |
| access | ： | 3 minutes walk from JR/Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Station, 1 minute walk from Tokyo Metro Ginza Station |
| Fee | ： | Galaxy Seat Pair 4,200 yen/seat, Single 2,100 yen/person Regular seats: Adults 1,600 yen, Children 1,000 yen |
| web | ： | https://planetarium.konicaminolta.jp/planetariatokyo/ |
Konica Minolta Planetarium Tenku in Tokyo Skytree Town®
| address | ： | 1-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida-ku, Tokyo Tokyo Skytree Town East Yard 7th floor |
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| phone | ： | 03-5610-3043 |
| Opening hours | ： | Weekdays 10:30-22:00 Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays: 9:30-22:00 |
| closing day | ： | None (May be closed on days for changing artworks or for equipment maintenance) |
| access | ： | About 10 minutes walk from Oshiage Station on the Tobu Line, Tokyo Metro, Toei Line, and Keisei Line |
| Fee | ： | Crescent Seat (up to 2 people, elementary school students and above) 4,200 yen/seat Regular seats: Adults 1,600 yen, Children 1,000 yen |
| web | ： | https://planetarium.konicaminolta.jp/tenku/ |
Enjoy adult screening programs with friends | Katsushika Ward Museum of Local History and Astronomy Planetarium
It was reopened after renovation in 2018. The powerful images of the digital planetarium are projected more precisely and vividly with a 4K high-resolution projector.
The optical planetarium uses ultra-high brightness LEDs as a light source to realistically reproduce a starry sky. 27,000 stars are projected onto the 18-meter diameter dome, and the twinkling and brightness changes caused by the atmosphere are also reproduced.
If you are visiting with friends, we recommend the special program "Tonight's Starry Sky" on Fridays and Saturdays (excluding public holidays) at 7:00 p.m. A specialist staff member will give a live commentary on the starry sky of the day. Your curiosity will be stimulated, and you will want to look up at the night sky on your way home.
Katsushika Ward Local History and Astronomy Museum Planetarium
| address | ： | 3-25-1 Shiratori, Katsushika-ku, Tokyo |
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| phone | ： | 03-3838-1101 |
| Opening hours | ： | 9:00～17:00 Friday and Saturday 9:00-21:00 (excluding public holidays, admission until 30 minutes before closing) |
| closing day | ： | Mondays (open on national holidays), the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month (open on national holidays, but closed the following weekday), New Year's holidays (open only 12:00-17:00 from December 28th to January 4th, and January 2nd and 3rd) |
| access | ： | 8 minutes walk from Ohanajaya Station on the Keisei Line |
| Fee | ： | Adults: 100 yen (admission fee) + 350 yen (planetarium viewing fee) Elementary and junior high school students: 50 yen (admission fee) + 100 yen (planetarium viewing fee) Infant (if using a seat): 50 yen (planetarium admission fee) *Free for junior high school students and younger on Saturdays |
| web | ： | https://www.museum.city.katsushika.lg.jp/planetarium/index.php |
Benesse Star Dome: Popular with families due to its wide range of programs
Benesse Star Dome is a facility located on the top floor of the Tokyo headquarters office building of Benesse Corporation, which is known for its correspondence education. It screens a wide range of programs for children, elementary school students, and the general public, so the whole family can have fun learning together.
The most popular program is the one featuring Shimajiro. It is easy for children to understand, making it the perfect planetarium debut.
In addition, it is the first in Japan to have reclining seats with a rotating mechanism, which can rotate 30 degrees left and right, allowing you to view the entire sky in a comfortable position. Generally, it is open to the public on Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, holidays, and some weekdays during long school holidays.
Benesse Star Dome
| address | ： | Benesse Corporation Tokyo Building 21F, 1-34 Ochiai, Tama City, Tokyo |
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| Projection Date | ： | For the time being, the museum is open to the public only on Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and some weekdays during school and other long holidays. *Please see the business calendar on our website for details. |
| access | ： | 5 minutes walk from Tama Center Station on the Keio Line and Odakyu Line, 7 minutes walk from Tama Center Station on the Tama Toshi Monorail |
| Fee | ： | Adults (high school students and above): 400 yen; Children (junior high school students and below): 200 yen *Children on laps are free |
| web | ： | https://blog.benesse.ne.jp/stardome/ |
Feel free to drop in even if you're alone | Shinagawa City Gotanda Cultural Center Planetarium
One facility that is easy to drop in to even if you're alone is the Shinagawa Ward Gotanda Cultural Center Planetarium.
Every Wednesday and Thursday from 12:35, they hold a "Relaxing Daytime Planetarium" screening, which features music and a starry sky projection without any commentary. Each screening lasts about 15 minutes, just the right length for relaxing after enjoying lunch nearby.
In addition, once a month on Fridays (each show lasts about 50 minutes) from 7:00 p.m., the "Healing Planetarium" is a program that allows you to enjoy the starry sky at your leisure with a commentary on the night sky and a healing program. The price is reasonable, so if you suddenly feel like gazing at the stars, why not drop by by yourself and be soothed?
Gotanda Culture Center Planetarium
| address | ： | 6-5-1 Nishigotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo |
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| phone | ： | 03-3492-2451 |
| Projection Date | ： | Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and other screening days |
| closing day | ： | The fourth Monday of every month, New Year's holiday (December 29th - January 3rd) |
| access | ： | 15 minutes walk from Gotanda Station on the JR and Toei lines, 10 minutes walk from Osaki-Hirokoji Station on the Tokyu lines, 7 minutes walk from Fudomae Station on the Tokyu lines |
| Fee | ： | Adults: 200 yen, ages 4 to junior high school students: 50 yen |
| web | ： | https://shinagawa-gotanda-planetarium.com/ |
Great access. Relaxing time alone | Minato City Minato Science Museum Planetarium
The Minato City Minato Science Museum Planetarium is located in an area with easy access to famous tourist spots such as Tokyo Tower, making it a great place to take a break from sightseeing.
There are plenty of healing programs recommended for those who are feeling tired from their busy days, such as the free "Daytime Planetarium" (not available during the summer vacation period) and the "Aroma Planetarium" where you can relax your mind and body with the aroma of aromatherapy and a star-filled sky.
The beautiful starry sky with over 8 million stars and the immersive images will surely give you the energy to do your best again.
Minato City Minato Science Museum Planetarium
| address | ： | 1st and 2nd floors, 3-6-9 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo |
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| phone | ： | 03-6381-5041 |
| Opening hours | ： | 9:00-20:00 (last planetarium showing is at 19:00/last entry 30 minutes before closing) |
| closing day | ： | Second Monday of every month (or the following day if the Monday is a public holiday), New Year's holiday (December 29th - January 3rd), and occasional temporary closures |
| access | ： | 5 minutes walk from Tokyo Metro Kamiyacho Station, 4 minutes walk from Toranomon Hills Station, 10 minutes walk from Toranomon Station, 15 minutes walk from Roppongi-itchome Station |
| Fee | ： | Adults: 600 yen, elementary, middle and high school students: 100 yen, Aroma Planetarium: 1000 yen |
| web | ： | https://minato-kagaku.tokyo/planetariums/ |
<Experience the latest technology>
Experience a thrilling 4D space journey! | National Astronomical Observatory of Japan 4D2U Dome Theater
©️National Astronomical Observatory
At the 4D2U Dome Theater, a space simulation software called "Mitaka" developed by the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan is used to digitally recreate the four-dimensional (three spatial dimensions + one time dimension) universe based on the latest observational data and theoretical research. Using special 3D glasses, you can enjoy a stereoscopic image of the universe.
©️National Astronomical Observatory
The full-dome 3D images that spread across the 10-meter diameter dome screen are truly impressive. What's surprising is that you can experience this cutting-edge technology for free.
The museum is open to the public three times a month (advance registration required), so check the website for details.
National Astronomical Observatory 4D2U Dome Theater
| address | ： | 2-21-1 Osawa, Mitaka, Tokyo National Astronomical Observatory of Japan Astronomical Information Center |
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| phone | ： | 0422-34-3688 |
| Projection Date | ： | 1st and 3rd Saturdays, and the day before the 2nd Saturday |
| Fee | ： | free |
| web | ： | https://prc.nao.ac.jp/4d2u/ |
The wide screen that covers the entire perimeter creates a great sense of realism! | Miraikan, National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation
Miraikan, the national science museum, is a base for deepening understanding of science and technology. The Dome Theater Gaia inside the museum is equipped with a full-dome, ultra-high definition stereoscopic video system. High-definition images are projected onto a screen that covers the entire sky using two high-brightness RGB laser 4K projectors.
The bright and vivid images are so realistic that it feels as if the universe is right in front of you. It's a rare experience that will make you feel as if you are traveling in space.
Miraikan (National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation)
| address | ： | 2-3-6 Aomi, Koto-ku, Tokyo |
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| phone | ： | 03-3570-9151 |
| closing day | ： | Tuesdays, New Year's holiday period (December 28th - January 1st) *The museum may be open on Tuesdays on national holidays and during spring, summer and winter vacation periods. |
| access | ： | Approximately 5 minutes on foot from Tokyo International Cruise Terminal Station on the Yurikamome Line, approximately 4 minutes on foot from Telecom Center Station, approximately 15 minutes on foot from Tokyo Teleport Station on the Tokyo Waterfront Area Rapid Transit Rinkai Line |
| Fee | ： | Permanent Exhibition + Dome Theater: Adults 940 yen, Elementary school students (6 years old and over) to 18 years old and under 310 yen, Preschoolers (6 years old and under) 100 yen |
| web | ： | https://www.miraikan.jst.go.jp/exhibitions/dometheater/ |
The largest in Tokyo's 23 wards. Gazing at colorful stars | Galaxy City Multi-Experience Dome
Galaxy City Maruchi Experience Dome is the largest planetarium in Tokyo's 23 wards. A dynamic starry sky is projected in a spacious space with 170 seats.
Using the latest equipment and bright projectors introduced in 2019, we have achieved powerful and unprecedented color saturation. Anyone who sees it will be amazed and ask themselves, "Is the universe really this colorful?"
Experience the colorful universe through a wide variety of programs, including programs for young children, families, science programs, and entertainment programs.
Galaxy City Multi-Experience Dome
| address | ： | 1-3-1 Kurihara, Adachi-ku, Tokyo |
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| phone | ： | 03-5242-8161 |
| Opening hours | ： | 9:00～21:30 |
| closing day | ： | Second Monday of every month (or the following day if the Monday is a public holiday, no closing days in August), New Year's Day *There are consecutive days of closure in January, March, and September. |
| access | ： | 3 minutes walk from the East Exit of Nishiarai Station on the Tobu Skytree Line |
| Fee | ： | Adults: 500 yen, elementary, middle and high school students: 100 yen, preschoolers: free (100 yen if using a seat) |
| web | ： | https://www.galaxcity.jp/ |
A sloping dome that envelops you in the starry sky from head to toe | Tama Rokuto Science Museum
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Among the experiential museums at Tama Rokuto Science Center, the planetarium dome "Science Egg" is where you can see the popular planetarium and large-scale projection images.
With a diameter of 27.5 metres, it is one of the largest in the world, and is a sloping dome that envelops you in the starry sky and images from your feet to your head.
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There are an astounding 140 million stars projected onto the screen! Even the tiniest sparkles are reproduced, allowing you to enjoy a realistic starry sky with a sense of depth.
The highlight of the program is the "Full-Live Commentary Planetarium." The background music and style of narration change depending on the commentator, so you'll always discover something new no matter how many times you visit.
Tamarokuto Science Museum
| address | ： | 5-10-64 Shibakubocho, Nishitokyo City, Tokyo |
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| phone | ： | 042-469-6100 |
| Opening hours | ： | 9:30-17:00 (entry until 16:00) |
| closing day | ： | Mondays (open on national holidays and substitute holidays, closed the following day), the day after national holidays, New Year's holidays *There are days when the facility is closed for equipment maintenance. *Open on Mondays during spring, summer and winter holidays |
| access | ： | Hana Bus (4th North Route) from Hana-Koganei Station or Tanashi Station on the Seibu Shinjuku Line, Seibu Bus from Hibarigaoka Station, Higashikurume Station or Kiyose Station on the Seibu Ikebukuro Line, Seibu Bus from Kichijoji Station or Musashi-Koganei Station on the JR Lines, Kanto Bus from Mitaka Station on the JR Lines |
| Fee | ： | Admission ticket with viewing (exhibition room + planetarium or large screen viewing once) Adults 1,040 yen, Children (ages 4 to high school students) 420 yen |
| web | ： | https://www.tamarokuto.or.jp/ |
<Learn more about the stars>
Nakano ZERO Planetarium is popular for its live commentary and analog-style projections
Nakano ZERO Planetarium is a long-established planetarium that opened in 1972. It uses an old-fashioned optical planetarium that projects stars by passing light from a bulb through a board with small holes (a star plate), allowing you to enjoy a starry sky with an analog feel that evokes nostalgia and warmth.
The highlight is the live commentary by a veteran commentator. He has been telling the stories of the stars for a long time, so he has the most knowledge about the stars. If you have any questions, you can ask the commentator after the screening. Why not think about the long history of the Earth as the stars and commentary are projected on a 15-meter dome?
Screenings are generally only available on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.
Nakano ZERO Planetarium
| address | ： | 2-9-7 Nakano, Nakano-ku, Tokyo |
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| phone | ： | 03-5340-5045 |
| Projection Date | ： | Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays (general screening) |
| access | ： | 8 minutes walk from JR/Tokyo Metro Nakano Station |
| Fee | ： | Adults (high school students and above) 230 yen, Children (ages 3 to junior high school students) 110 yen *Excluding event projection |
| web | ： | https://www.nicesacademia.jp/zero/planetarium/ |
Deepen your understanding through a variety of programs | Cosmo Planetarium Shibuya
Cosmo Planetarium Shibuya offers a wide variety of programs, including programs where you can listen to detailed explanations of the stars, dramas by astronomers, and programs where you can enjoy the stars and music at your leisure. Each program offers a different perspective, allowing you to deepen your knowledge of the universe.
There are many guides on staff, so listening to their unique explanations is one way to enjoy the tour. It is also possible to spend the whole day at one facility trying out different programs.
Cosmo Planetarium Shibuya
| address | ： | Shibuya Cultural Center Owada 12th floor, 23-21 Sakuragaokacho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo |
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| phone | ： | 03-3464-2131 |
| Opening hours | ： | Tuesday to Friday 12:00 to 20:00 Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays: 10:00-20:00 *Opening hours may change due to maintenance of projection equipment, etc. |
| closing day | ： | Mondays (open on public holidays and closed the following weekday), New Year's holidays |
| access | ： | 8 minutes walk from Shibuya Station on the JR, Tokyo Metro, Tokyu and Keio lines |
| Fee | ： | Adults: 600 yen, Children (elementary and junior high school students): 300 yen |
| web | ： | https://shibu-cul.jp/planetarium |
<Excited by the unique style>
Photography is also allowed. A rare facility attached to a temple | Planetarium Gingaza
Planetarium Gingaza is a rare type of planetarium in Japan, attached to a temple called Shoganji. The head priest of the temple is a famous astronomer, and he and a professional female commentator provide live commentary.
The screening capacity is limited to only 25 people, giving it a special feel. The theater is fully equipped with heated floors and large leather seats comparable to those in first class. For an even more special experience, choose the premium seats, which are only available in the last row of the dome and have only six seats. From the time you arrive until the screening, you can relax in a special Japanese-style waiting room with Italian coffee ground from beans in an Italian espresso machine.
Reservations are required for all sessions and must be made through the application form (premium seats are awarded by lottery. If you would like premium seats, please write "Select Premium" in the appropriate field on the form).
There are some unusual objects scattered around the temple grounds, giving it an otherworldly feel. Enjoy the one-of-a-kind planetarium in this extraordinary facility.
Planetarium Gingaza
| address | ： | Shoganji Temple, 7-11-30 Tateishi, Katsushika-ku, Tokyo |
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| phone | ： | 03-3696-1170 |
| Projection Date | ： | 1st and 3rd Saturday 14:00-15:00 *May vary depending on the month |
| access | ： | 5 minutes walk from Tateishi Station on the Keisei Line, 8 minutes walk from Aoto Station on the Keisei Line |
| Fee | ： | 1,000 yen, Premium (special seats in the last row of the dome) 2,000 yen |
| web | ： | https://gingaza-2019.amebaownd.com/ |
Enjoy delicious cocktails based on the 12 constellations while gazing at the starry sky | Planetarium BAR
"Planetarium Bar" opened in 2004 as the world's first planetarium bar. It features a full-scale planetarium that projects an astounding 5 million stars into the sky.
Many items on the menu are star-related, and the original 12 zodiac sign cocktails are available in both alcoholic and non-alcoholic varieties. People can be seen enjoying not only cocktails of their own zodiac sign, but also cocktails of their favorite zodiac sign.
In addition, cocktails inspired by Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, and Neptune are topped with mysterious bubbles, giving them an exciting futuristic feel. For birthdays, anniversaries, and other special occasions, you can choose your favorite place and time to recreate the starry sky of that day.
Planetarium BAR
| address | ： | 5F Tsutsui Shirokanedai Building, 4-9-23 Shirokanedai, Minato-ku, Tokyo |
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| phone | ： | 03-3440-2595 |
| business hours | ： | Monday to Friday 18:00 to 26:00 Saturday 17:00-26:00 Sundays and holidays 17:00-24:00 |
| Closed Day | ： | Irregular holidays |
| access | ： | 3 minutes walk from Tokyo Metro "Shirokanedai Station" |
| web | ： | http://www.planetarium-bar.com/index.html |
Each facility has its own unique character, so it's fun to plan where to go depending on who you're with, the time of day, and the situation. It would be fun to go on a planetarium tour. Why not go on a trip to the stars that you can't experience in your daily life?
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