Stop in at the National Museum of Nature and Science

The outstanding National Museum of Nature and Science (Kokuritsu Kagaku Hakubutsukan), one of the nation's oldest museums, is located in Tokyo's Ueno Park.

The museum, which has since undergone a complete restoration and renovation, has earned a reputation as one of the busiest and largest in the nation. It houses a large collection of over 250,000 materials pertaining to science and natural history. These comprise a range of unique interactive displays on the development of space technology, nuclear energy, and transportation, each of which offers visitors a unique viewpoint on the newest scientific and technical advancements. Numerous exhibitions of extinct species and the history of the Japanese people, including traditional clothing and customs, are highlights of the Japan Gallery (Nihonkan). There are many excellent scientific and technological displays in the Global Gallery (Chikykan) that welcome you to explore!