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Osaka Science Museum
Museum4.2 · 4 1073.9 · 240≈ 2 h 15 minEntry: ~400 JPY947 m from the center
An engaging hands-on science centre situated on Nakanoshima island in Osaka, opened in 1989 to commemorate the city's centenary. Spanning four themed floors, its interactive exhibits cover electricity, chemistry, physics, and universe exploration, encouraging visitors of all ages to experiment. A standout attraction is its massive planetarium beneath a 26.5-metre dome, projecting breathtaking high-resolution views of constellations.
Highlights
- Enormous planetarium featuring a 26.5-metre projection dome
- Four floors of interactive scientific experiments and hands-on displays
- Engaging live chemistry and physics demonstrations for all ages
Opening hours
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 09:30 – 17:00 |
| Wed | 09:30 – 17:00 |
| Thu | 09:30 – 17:00 |
| Fri | 09:30 – 17:00 |
| Sat | 09:30 – 17:00 |
| Sun | 09:30 – 17:00 |
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