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Space LABO

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Space LABO

A science museum featuring one of the largest planetariums in western Japan.

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The Children's Culture and Science Museum, which closed at the end of 2021, reopened as Space LABO on April 28, 2022. Visitors can experience the wonders and excitement of science through a variety of exhibits and programs.

The first floor explores Kitakyushu and science, the second floor focuses on mysterious scientific phenomena, and the third floor is themed around space. Each floor features a wide variety of interactive exhibits, panels, and other displays. Highlights include an introduction to Tetsuya Fujita, a Kitakyushu-born meteorologist known worldwide as “Mr. Tornado,” Japan's largest tornado simulator, and an area explaining mysterious scientific phenomena found in everyday life.

One of the largest domed planetariums in western Japan, measuring 30 meters in diameter, uses state-of-the-art technology to recreate a natural-looking night sky. A variety of 45-minute programs are available for adults and children, allowing visitors to choose one that suits their interests. Families with young children will also appreciate the “Anshin Seats,” where visitors can watch the show without worrying about making noise.

Highlights

  • Experience the excitement of science in an accessible way.
  • Includes one of western Japan's largest domed planetariums, equipped with state-of-the-art projection systems.
  • All planetarium seats are reserved, and advance online reservations are required.

Photos

  • The first-floor exhibition room, featuring a large tornado simulator

    The first-floor exhibition room, featuring a large tornado simulator

  • The second-floor exhibition room, themed around mysterious scientific phenomena

    The second-floor exhibition room, themed around mysterious scientific phenomena

  • The space-themed exhibition room on the third floor

    The space-themed exhibition room on the third floor

  • The planetarium's spacious seating

    The planetarium's spacious seating

  • About a 3-minute walk from Space World Station

    About a 3-minute walk from Space World Station

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

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Is same-day reentry permitted?
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Yes. You may reenter on the same day as long as you have your admission ticket.

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Is free Wi-Fi available inside the facility?
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Yes, free Wi-Fi is available inside the museum.

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Is eating and drinking permitted? Can I bring my own food and drinks?
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Eating and drinking are prohibited in the exhibition areas. Drinks with lids are permitted in the rest area.

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Are coin-operated lockers available?
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Yes, coin-operated lockers are available.

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Are any discount passes available?
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Annual passes are available.

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    The exhibitions mainly focus on Kitakyushu, mysterious scientific phenomena, and astronomy. There are several themed exhibition rooms and a large astronomical telescope.

Details

Name in Japanese
スペースLABO
Postal Code
805-0071
Address
4-1-1 Higashida, Yahatahigashi-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka
Phone
093-671-4566
Closed on
New Year's holidays
Hours
10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. (last admission at 5:30 p.m.). The planetarium only remains open until 8:00 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays, and days before public holidays.
Admission
Adults: ¥400; junior high and high school students: ¥300; elementary school students: ¥200. Separate planetarium admission is required (adults: ¥600; junior high and high school students: ¥300; elementary school students: ¥200).
Access
About a 3-minute walk from Space World Station on the JR Kyushu Kagoshima Main Line
Credit Cards
Not accepted
Official website
Official website (Japanese)
Hokkaido Tohoku Kanto Chubu Hokuriku Kansai Chugoku Shikoku Kyushu Okinawa