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Ehime Prefectural Science Museum

愛媛県

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National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation

This is a comprehensive science museum where you can learn about various fields such as dinosaurs and space. In particular, the planetarium, which boasts the world's largest diameter of 30 meters, is a wonderful facility that can project even the smallest stars clearly. It is also attractive that you can enjoy it at a reasonable price.

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Highlights

Point 1

Enjoy the World of Space and Dinosaurs at the Science Museum!

At the Ehime Prefectural Science Museum, you can enjoy exhibits from various fields such as space, dinosaurs, and the origin of life. There are also exhibits that look just like the real thing, such as a space suit worn by an astronaut and a skeletal model of a dinosaur, which are sure to pique the interest of both children and adults alike! In addition, there is a hybrid planetarium with the world's largest diameter of 30 meters, where you can learn about the mysteries of the universe under a realistic starry sky. Come and experience the wonders of science for yourself!

Point 2

Realistic Moving Dinosaurs with Great Power

There are various exhibition corners related to science, but among them, the dinosaur corner has particularly large, life-size and realistic dinosaur exhibits. And what's more, these dinosaurs move at certain times! The popular "Tyrannosaurus" and "Triceratops" move about every 15 minutes, and their world's largest life-size figures moving with roaring sounds of "Goooh" and "Gyaaah" are very powerful! Children love it too!

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A Journey to Explore the Wonders of Science through Interactive Exhibits

At the Ehime Prefectural Science Museum, you can enjoy a variety of interactive exhibits. You can actually experience and learn by moving your hands and body, such as conducting experiments with electricity and light. The optical illusion corner is always fascinating no matter how many times you see it! There are also games that measure brain age and physical function, making it a corner where both adults and children can have fun and be absorbed in learning and play!

Point 4

Experience a Beautiful Starry Sky at the World's Largest Planetarium

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The planetarium at the Ehime Prefectural Science Museum boasts the world's largest diameter of 30 meters, and is a hybrid planetarium that can reproduce even small stars that were previously impossible to replicate! Not only can you experience a beautiful starry sky, but you can also enjoy a sense of realism as if you were flying out into space. Depending on the time slot, you can enjoy different themes and explanations during the screening.

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Learn about Japanese Traditions at the Industrial Hall

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On the third floor of the Industrial Hall, you can learn about Japanese industries. For example, in the "Traditional Industry Zone," traditional specialty products from Ehime Prefecture are displayed, and the manufacturing process is shown on video. In the "Core Industry Zone," you can see the Iyo Railway No. 1 locomotive, also known as the "Bocchan Train," and a towel automatic weaving machine for Imabari towels. You can also learn about the manufacturing process of these products, so if you take your time to see everything, you might run out of time.

Point 6

Memorable Souvenirs at the Museum Shop

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On the first floor, the museum shop sells souvenirs related to the exhibits in the museum, as well as merchandise featuring the museum's mascot character, Kahakung. They offer goods related to dinosaurs, fossils, and even science experiment kits, so those interested in chemistry should definitely check them out while visiting the permanent exhibition room! If you visit with your children, you may even find something useful for summer experiments.

Fee

Free Admission for Elementary and Junior High School Students to Permanent Exhibits!

The museum is divided into a permanent exhibit and a planetarium. Admission to the permanent exhibit is free for elementary and junior high school students, while adults pay 540 yen and seniors pay 280 yen. Admission to the planetarium is the same as the permanent exhibit for adults and seniors, at 540 yen and 280 yen respectively, while elementary and junior high school students pay 280 yen. Since admission to the permanent exhibit is free for elementary and junior high school students, it would be a great place to visit for families with children.

Basic Information

	Address	2133-2 Daigakuin, Niihama City, Ehime Prefecture 792-0060
	Business Hours	The biggest attraction is the world's largest planetarium.
	TEL	0897-40-4100
	Web Site	https://www.i-kahaku.jp/

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Features & How to Enjoy

Highlights

Enjoy the World of Space and Dinosaurs at the Science Museum!

Realistic Moving Dinosaurs with Great Power

A Journey to Explore the Wonders of Science through Interactive Exhibits

Experience a Beautiful Starry Sky at the World's Largest Planetarium

Learn about Japanese Traditions at the Industrial Hall

Memorable Souvenirs at the Museum Shop

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