Exhibits

Visitors in Japan can discover various art and culture exhibits, as well as museums that showcase history, science, and specialized galleries. Listed below are some popular exhibits from Japan’s wide variety of excellent museums.

One of the most sought-after museums, especially for foreigners, is the Ghibli Museum located in Mitaka, Tokyo. This is often considered a “must-see” for Hayao Miyazaki film fans, highlighting the history and art technique of one of Japan’s most famous animation studios, Studio Ghibli. The museum’s décor is inspired by the distinct style of the studio’s films, and features a café and rooftop garden.

The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation, better known as Miraikan, is one of Japan’s major science centers. Interactive activities and robots are only a couple of features that attract visitors from all over the world, including Former President Obama who gave a speech at the museum in 2014. Enlighten yourself at this well-done museum about biology, space, and more.

The Nissin Cup Noodle Museum located in Yokohama, Japan is a creative exhibit where you can learn the history of the first instant noodle creation in the world. Visitors can also create and personalize their own instant noodle cup, an activity ranking high among “things to do in Japan”. Take home a personalized souvenir that you can eat later.

Koka’s Miho Museum combines natural surroundings and contemporary designs to its uniquely structure exhibits. Featuring works from ancient civilizations, including Egyptians and Romans, the Koka Museum was named and founded after one of the richest women in Japan, Koyama Mihoko. It is also a popular stop during the cherry blossom season, where a tunnel grants its visitors to a road with hundreds of blooming cherry trees.

One of the most visited museums in Japan is the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, dedicated to the tragic bombing of 1945. Along with the museum, there is a Peace Memorial Park and the A-Bomb Dome. Historic artifacts and a cenotaph for the victims are some of the fragile reminders of life and the importance of peace.