Osaka Science Museum
Quick Facts
- Location
- Japan, Osaka
- Category
- Museum
- Duration
- 1.5-2 hours
- Opening Hours
- Daily 09:30-17:00 · Exhibits admit until 16:30; closed Mondays, New Year and maintenance days; extra 17:00 planetarium shows on weekends and holidays
- Ticket Price
- Adult: Exhibition JPY 400 · Student: JPY 300 high school and university · Planetarium per show: JPY 600 adults, 450 students, 300 children aged 3 to junior high
- Address
- 4-2-1 Nakanoshima, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-0005, Japan
- Coordinates
- 34.6910, 135.5000
Introduction
Osaka Science Museum sits on Nakanoshima island, a hands-on science museum in the middle of the city. Four floors run from basic physics, chemistry and life science to the cosmos and energy, with plenty of exhibits to turn, press and try, which makes it an easy afternoon with children. Its centrepiece is the 26.5-metre dome planetarium, where staff give live commentary on the current night sky and space topics; an extra 17:00 show runs on weekends and holidays. The exhibition halls and the planetarium are ticketed separately, and popular shows sell out, so booking online is wise. The building stands between the National Museum of Art and the Nakanoshima Museum of Art, making a full day of science, art and a walk through Nakanoshima Park.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Opening Hours
| Monday | 09:30-17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:30-17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:30-17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:30-17:00 |
| Friday | 09:30-17:00 |
| Saturday | 09:30-17:00 |
| Sunday | 09:30-17:00 |
Exhibits admit until 16:30; closed Mondays, New Year and maintenance days; extra 17:00 planetarium shows on weekends and holidays
Ticket Information
| Adult | Exhibition JPY 400 |
|---|---|
| Student | JPY 300 high school and university |
| Child | Free for junior high and under |
Planetarium per show: JPY 600 adults, 450 students, 300 children aged 3 to junior high
Transportation
7 min from Higobashi exit 3
5 min from Watanabebashi on the Keihan Line
60 paid spaces west of the museum
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Osaka Science Museum?
Monday: 09:30-17:00; Tuesday: 09:30-17:00; Wednesday: 09:30-17:00; Thursday: 09:30-17:00; Friday: 09:30-17:00; Saturday: 09:30-17:00; Sunday: 09:30-17:00; Exhibits admit until 16:30; closed Mondays, New Year and maintenance days; extra 17:00 planetarium shows on weekends and holidays
How much is the admission for Osaka Science Museum?
Adult: Exhibition JPY 400; Student: JPY 300 high school and university; Child: Free for junior high and under; Planetarium per show: JPY 600 adults, 450 students, 300 children aged 3 to junior high
How long should I spend at Osaka Science Museum?
A typical visit takes 1.5-2 hours.
How do I get to Osaka Science Museum?
Subway: 7 min from Higobashi exit 3; Bus: 5 min from Watanabebashi on the Keihan Line; Driving/Parking: 60 paid spaces west of the museum
