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Hours

9:00am — 5:00pm
Last Admission: 4:00 pm

Closed

Open Daily

Occasional closures for maintenance will be posted on this site.

Admission

Adult
General Admission¥3,500
Residents of Japan¥2,500
Residents of Nara Prefecture¥2,000
Student / Child
Age 15-22¥1,500
Age 6-14¥700
Age 5 and Underfree
Accessible Admission will be offered for persons with a disability certificate and one accompanying caregiver, ¥700 each.

* ID for residence verification may be requested upon entry.

Visitor Guidelines
Food & Drink

No outside food is allowed. Beverages are permitted only in spill-proof containers with lids, and we kindly ask that you drink only in outdoor areas.

Photography

Commercial photography, flash, and the use of tripods or drones are prohibited. We also do not allow photography involving cosplay.

Pets

Pets are not permitted inside the museum, with the exception of service animals (guide dogs, hearing dogs, and service dogs).

Large Luggage

Due to limited space, please refrain from bringing large items such as suitcases or strollers into the museum.

Accessibility
Fees

Accessible Admission will be offered for persons with a disability certificate and one accompanying caregiver, ¥700 each.

 

Requirement: Please present your disability certificate (physical, rehabilitation, mental health, or atomic bomb survivor’s handbook) or the Mirairo ID app at the ticket counter upon entry.

Parking

Please use nearby parking lots. There is a municipal parking lot in front of the museum with 3 accessible parking spaces, but availability is limited.

For Wheelchair Users

This museum is housed in a historic building from the late 1800s. While we strive to provide step-free access, some areas remain inaccessible. Please ask our staff at the counter for guidance on alternative barrier-free routes.

Multipurpose Restrooms

There are two multipurpose restrooms located within the museum. Both are equipped with ostomate-friendly facilities.

Wheelchair Rentals

Wheelchairs are available at the entrance or information desk (2 units available, no reservations).

Service Animals

Guidedog, hearing dogs, and service dogs are welcome inside the museum.

Audio Guide
Languages

Available in Japanese, English, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Korean, and French.

Requirements

Please bring your own smartphone and earphones.

Important

No rental devices are available.

Exhibits

All exhibition panels are in both Japanese and English.

Group Visits

Reservations are required for groups of 20 or more paying visitors. Priority is given to reservations; same-day entry for groups may not be available if fully booked.

(Period: From July 2026 onwards)

Admission Fees

Adult – General Admission ¥3,000
Age 15-22 ¥1,200
Age 6-14 ¥500
Age 5 and Under free
Accessible Admission will be offered for persons with a disability certificate and one accompanying caregiver, ¥700 each.

Group Requirements

– A minimum of 20 paying visitors.
– A single, lump-sum payment by the group representative.

Reservations

Deadline

By 9:00 am, three days before your visit.

How to Book

Please book via our online system.

(Period: From July 2026 onwards)

Same-day Tickets

Reservations are highly recommended. Same-day tickets may not be available if all slots are full.

Payment, Changes & Cancellations

Payment

Advanced credit card payment or on-site payment (Cash/various Cashless options).

Changes

You may adjust your reservation online until 9:00 am, three days prior.
To increase numbers: Please cancel and re-book your entire slot.
To decrease numbers: You may adjust the quantity within your existing booking.

Note: If the paying total falls below 20, group rates will no longer apply and the reservation (including bus parking) will be void. Please purchase general admission tickets instead.

Cancellation Fees

Up to the day before: 0%
Day of visit: 100%

Important Notes

Bus Access

For bookings without parking, the parking space is unavailable. While drop-offs and pick-ups are permitted, please note that there may be a wait depending on traffic conditions.

Punctuality

Please contact us if your arrival time changes by more than 15 minutes. Depending on the situation, we may not be able to accommodate bus parking or immediate entry.

Segmental Arch/ Illustration: Daijiro Ohara