Special Exhibition 'Super Dangerous Creature Exhibition' Surpasses 300,000 Visitors! Additional Night Opening Dates Announced

Extended Night Hours

Dates: May 30 (Sat), 31 (Sun), June 6 (Sat), 7 (Sun), 13 (Sat), 14 (Sun). Hours: Open until 7:00 PM (Last admission 6:30 PM). *Permanent exhibits will close at 5:00 PM (Last admission 4:30 PM).

Notice on Time-Slot Reservations

The 'Super Dangerous Creature Exhibition' implements a time-slot reservation system on certain dates.

Dates: May 30 (Sat), 31 (Sun), June 2 (Tue) – June 14 (Sun). Please check the official exhibition website for details.

Exhibition Overview

Exhibition Title: Special Exhibition 'Super Dangerous Creature Exhibition: Challenging the Real Power of Creatures with Science' Period: March 14, 2026 – June 14, 2026 Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Last entry 4:30 PM) Night Hours: Open until 7:00 PM every Sat/Sun after May 30th. Closed: Mondays (Open June 8). Venue: National Museum of Nature and Science (Ueno Park, Tokyo) Admission: Adults/Students 2,300 JPY, Elementary/Junior/High school students 600 JPY.

Exhibition Highlights

Consisting of two areas and eight labs, the 'Dangerous Creature Research Lab' uncovers the secrets of dangerous creatures. Discover threats you never knew existed. The exhibition thoroughly explains the astonishing ecology of creatures that survive using various 'lethal techniques.' Experience powerful exhibits, including full skeletons, taxidermy, life-size models, and dynamic video content.