The National Museum of Nature and Science is Japan's premier natural history museum, featuring over 500,000 artefacts including dinosaur skeletons, Japanese natural history, and technology exhibits. Admission is 630 JPY per adult with children under 18 free, offering 40% better value than the average Tokyo attraction. The Global Gallery's full-size sperm whale skeleton, suspended from a 30-metre ceiling, astonishes younger visitors, while bilingual English-Japanese signage and extensive hands-on exhibits cater to international families. TripAdvisor reviewers highlight the convenience of combining it with Ueno Zoo in a single day. Open Tuesday-Sunday, 9 AM-5 PM (to 8 PM Fridays in summer).
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