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Konica Minolta Science Dome (Hachioji City Children's Museum of Science)
An interactive science museum where children can learn about science through play.
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An interactive science museum with a variety of hands-on exhibits and simulators, where visitors can learn about science through play. The facility is divided into three experiential zones: "See," "Touch," and "Create," catering to both preschoolers and adults.
The first floor features the "Play Science" area with interactive exhibits suitable for young children. The second floor focuses on space, with a 1/10 scale model of the International Space Station (ISS), a simulator for the asteroid explorer Hayabusa, and a 4D digital globe that projects onto a sphere.
The highlight of the facility is the planetarium, which projects beautiful starry skies and stunning visuals onto a dome screen. Programs include child-friendly content and live narration by staff, making it popular with adults as well. The science workshop offers hands-on activities such as craft workshops, experiment shows, and live animal lectures.
Highlights
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A science museum where you can learn through interactive exhibits. The planetarium also offers programs for adults.
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The first-floor "Play Science" area is enjoyable for preschoolers.
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On the second floor, "Earth, Space, and Future" features challenges like missions for the International Space Station (ISS) and the asteroid explorer Hayabusa.
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The second-floor "Hachioji Corner" includes exhibits related to Hachioji, such as a replica of the Hachioji Elephant tusk and panels about the Hachioji meteorite.
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Many visitors participate in craft workshops and experiment shows during summer vacation, using them as topics for their independent research projects.
Photos
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![Renovated in 2017 with all-new exhibits.]()
Renovated in 2017 with all-new exhibits.
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![The first-floor "Play Science" area features a wide range of exhibits that even preschoolers can enjoy.]()
The first-floor "Play Science" area features a wide range of exhibits that even preschoolers can enjoy.
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Can you provide services in foreign languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)
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Not available
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Is it possible to re-enter the premises?
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Yes, it is.
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Is free WiFi available in the facility?
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Yes, it is.
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Are coin lockers available?
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No, but items can be stored at the office.
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Is eating and drinking allowed inside the facility?
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Only drinks from vending machines are allowed. No food or drinks are permitted in the exhibit rooms or planetarium dome. Eating and drinking are allowed in the second-floor lecture room and the Ryuseigo vehicle (unless otherwise specified for events). Please take your trash with you.
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Is parking available?
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Free parking is available. (For approximately 90 cars)
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- コニカミノルタ サイエンスドーム(八王子市こども科学館)
- Postal Code
- 192-0062
- Address
- 9-13 Oyokocho, Hachioji City, Tokyo
- Telephone
- 042-624-3311
- Closed
- Mondays (excluding public holidays) *Please check the official website for details
- Business Hours
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Wednesday to Friday: 12:00pm - 5:00pm (Mornings reserved for groups)
Weekends, Holidays, and Spring/Summer/Winter Breaks: 10:00am - 5:00pm - Admission
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Adults: 200 yen
Children: 100 yen
*Additional fees required for planetarium viewing.
*Combo tickets and annual passes available. - Access
- Transfer to the Nishi Tokyo Bus from Keio or JR Hachioji Station, and walk about 2 minutes from the "Science Dome" bus stop.
- Credit Cards
- Not accepted
- Official Website
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Official Website (Japanese)
Note: Check the official website for details on holidays and fees.