Miraikan

Welcome to Miraikan, the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation. Located in the futuristic Odaiba district of Tokyo, this is not a museum of the past, but a laboratory for the future. …

The heartbeat of Miraikan is the Geo-Cosmos, hanging majestically in the Symbol Zone. This massive globe, composed of over 10,000 OLED panels, shows the movement of clouds as captured by satellites just hours ago. …

On the third floor, we enter the 'Create Your Future' zone, which focuses on the robots that will likely play central roles in our future society. Miraikan is famous for its collection of humanoid robots, most notably ASIMO…

Ascending to the fifth floor, we transition from the societal to the universal in the 'Explore the Frontiers' zone. This area is dedicated to the cutting edges of space exploration, the environment, and the human body. …

One of Miraikan's most innovative and culturally relevant sections is 'Oi Park,' or the Aging Park. In a country with one of the world's oldest populations, Miraikan uses interactive games and simulations to help visitors…

On the sixth floor, the Dome Theater 'Gaia' offers a truly immersive cinematic experience. Using high-definition 3D technology, the theater projects movies that explore space, the human body, and various scientific topics on a…

To conclude your visit, the Miraikan Shop and the surrounding in-house laboratories offer a glimpse into the ongoing work of the museum. The shop is a favorite for science enthusiasts, selling everything from ISS-certified space…

As you exit Miraikan and step back into the daylight of Odaiba, take a moment to look back at the Geo-Cosmos through the glass. We have journeyed from the vastness of space to the intricate codes of our DNA, from the warmth of a…