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Updated: December 14, 2023

Konica Minolta Science Dome（Hachioji Children’s Museum of Science） 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)

9-13 Oyoko-cho, Hachioji City, Tokyo

Reaching for the stars in Hachioji

Konica Minolta is a name commonly associated with cameras and office equipment, but the company also supplies the lenses and domes for Japan's planetariums. The dome at the Konica Minolta Science Dome in Hachijoji is no exception.

Dedicated to all things cosmos-related, visit this planetarium to experience space from the comfort of western Tokyo. Different programs run at various times, with the venue's crystal-clear, HD projectors enabling visitors to learn about the wonders of the Northern Lights and more.

How to Get There

  • Hachioji StationJR Chuo LineKeio LineBus10 min

Contact

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Opening Hours

  • 12:00-17:00
    TuesdaysWednesdaysThursdaysFridays

    10:00-17:00
    SaturdaysSundaysHolidays

    *Changes depending on the season and/or time period
  • Closing days: MondaysNew Year's holidaysIf a scheduled closing falls on a public holiday, the facility will remain open on the holiday and close the next day.
    *Closed on Tues. and Wed. when Monday is a holiday.

Price

General admission: 200 (separate fee for planetarium) yen

Cash

Varies per activity

Facility Info

  • RestroomsNon-smoking areasParkingWiFi
  • Disabled parkingHandrailsWheelchair rampElevatorWheelchair accessible elevatorMulti-purpose toiletOstomate restroomsToilet with handrailsDiaper changing facilitiesWheelchair loanBreast feeding room

For updated information on opening hours, closings, prices, and more, please check the official website or ask the facility directly.