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Fukuoka Science Museum: Explore the Wonders of Science
Explore interactive science exhibits, planetarium shows, and workshops at the Fukuoka Science Museum in Kurume, Japan.
The Fukuoka Science Museum in Kurume offers an engaging and educational experience for visitors of all ages. With interactive exhibits focused on space, life, and the environment, and a planetarium, the museum sparks curiosity and fosters a deeper understanding of science.
Plan your visit
A brief summary to Fukuoka Science Museum
Opening times, essentials, and a few local tips gathered into one calmer, easier-to-scan planning section.
Plan your visit
1713 Higashikushiharamachi, Kurume, Higashikushiharamachi, Fukuoka, 830-0003, JP
Tuesday
9:30 am-4:30 pm
Wednesday
9:30 am-4:30 pm
Thursday
9:30 am-4:30 pm
Friday
9:30 am-4:30 pm
Saturday
9:30 am-5 pm
Sunday
9:30 am-5 pm
Discover more about Fukuoka Science Museum
The Fukuoka Science Museum, located in Kurume, is dedicated to making science accessible and enjoyable for everyone. The museum is built around the theme of planet Earth and explores the beauty of the natural world. Inside, you'll find interactive exhibits that allow you to learn through hands-on experiences and discovery. Exhibits cover a range of topics, including space, the environment, lifestyles, life sciences, and the future. Visitors can enjoy simulated space experiences, flight simulators, conversations with robots, and virtual reality games. The museum also hosts science shows and engineering workshops.A highlight is the Cosmo Theater planetarium, where you can enjoy immersive movies with a 360-degree view of the night sky and 25,000 stars. The planetarium uses state-of-the-art optical and high-resolution digital projectors to replicate a realistic starry sky.The Fukuoka Science Museum aims to spark curiosity and deepen interest in science through its interactive exhibits and diverse programs.
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Getting There
Public Transport
From Nishitetsu Kurume Station, take a Nishitetsu bus headed for Yume Town mall Kurume or the number 23 bus headed for Hyakunen-koen. After about 5 minutes, get off at Seishonen Kagakukan-mae. The bus fare is approximately ¥190-230.
Walking
The Fukuoka Science Museum is a 15-minute walk from Nishitetsu Kurume Station or a 10-minute walk from Kushiwara Station.
A brief summary to Fukuoka Science Museum
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