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Toyama Science Museum
From Toyama to space: a comprehensive science museum that inspires curiosity.
A comprehensive science museum where visitors can explore Toyama's rich natural environment, Earth, and space from a scientific perspective. The museum features three themed exhibition areas: “A Journey Through Toyama’s Past,” “A Journey Through Toyama’s Natural Environment,” and “A Journey into Space.” Using authentic specimens and interactive exhibits, it clearly explains topics ranging from the formation of Toyama’s land and the history of life to natural environments such as the 9,843-foot Tateyama Mountain Range and the deep sea at a depth of 3,281 feet, as well as the vast reaches of space.
Large exhibits of a Naumann’s elephant and a moving dinosaur greet visitors at the entrance. Other popular attractions include a linear motor apparatus and a wind simulator that let visitors experience scientific and natural phenomena firsthand. In the planetarium, a star-filled sky and immersive full-dome images bring the mysteries of space to life. Seasonal programs are also shown.
Throughout the museum, exhibits are designed for visitors of all ages to learn by observing, touching, and thinking. It is a popular educational center for gaining a deeper understanding of Toyama’s natural environment and science.
Highlights
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A comprehensive science museum in Toyama City.
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Explore Toyama’s rich natural environment, Earth, and space from a scientific perspective.
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Three themed exhibition areas featuring authentic specimens and interactive displays.
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Immersive full-dome images in the planetarium.
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From JR Toyama Station, take a Toyama Chitetsu bus and get off at Nishinakanoguchi; the museum is just steps away
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A Desmostylus greets visitors at the entrance
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A life-size model of a Naumann’s elephant that once lived in Toyama
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The planetarium, reopened after renovations in 2023
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An exhibit on Nobel Prize laureates with ties to Toyama City
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the museum?
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Yes.
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Are coin lockers available?
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Yes.
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Is reentry permitted?
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Yes. Present your admission ticket for that day at the reception desk to reenter.
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Is there a smoking area?
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No.
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Are there any tourist attractions nearby?
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Nearby attractions include the Toyama Glass Art Museum, Ikedaya Yasubei Shoten, Toyama Castle (Toyama Municipal Folk Museum), and Toyama Castle Ruin Park.
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How long does it take to see the exhibits?
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It takes about 1 hour to see nearly all the permanent exhibits, including the interactive displays. A regular planetarium program lasts about 45 minutes. Special exhibitions and various events are also held, so please allow plenty of time for your visit.
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Is there anywhere to eat inside the museum?
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There are no food service facilities, but a lounge is available where visitors may eat food they bring, such as boxed lunches. Beverage vending machines are also available in the lounge.
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Is there a museum shop?
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Yes, it is located by the reception desk on the first floor.
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Is the museum accessible by wheelchair or stroller?
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Yes. Wheelchairs and strollers are also available to borrow for use inside the museum. Please ask a staff member if needed.
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Are there facilities for nursing and changing diapers?
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A nursing room and an accessible restroom are available on the first floor.
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May I take photos in the exhibition rooms?
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Photography is generally permitted, but it is prohibited in the planetarium during shows. When taking photos, please avoid disturbing other visitors and make sure they do not appear in your pictures. Tripods, monopods, and selfie sticks are prohibited unless permission has been granted. Photography may also be prohibited for individual exhibits, such as borrowed specimens. Unauthorized photography for commercial purposes is prohibited.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 富山市科学博物館
- Postal Code
- 939-8084
- Address
- 1-8-31 Nishinakanomachi, Toyama City, Toyama Prefecture
- Phone
- 076-491-2123
- Closed on
- See the official website for the schedule
- Hours
- 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (last admission at 4:30 p.m.)
- Admission
- ¥530 (includes 1 planetarium show); free for high school students and younger
- Access
- About a 7-minute walk from Nishinakanō Station on the Toyama Chihō Railway
- Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official website
- Official website (Japanese)
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