Set inside Inokashira Park in Mitaka, Tokyo, this Studio Ghibli animation museum was conceived with direct input from Hayao Miyazaki under the motto 'Let's lose our way together.' There is no fixed route: visitors freely explore original artwork, stained glass, spiral staircases, and the rooftop Robot Soldier, and can watch short Ghibli films screened only here. All admission is by advance reservation, with no tickets sold on site.
Original short Ghibli films shown exclusively at the museum's Saturn Theater
Rooftop garden with the Robot Soldier from 'Castle in the Sky' — one of the few spots where photography is allowed
The 'Beginning of Movement' room and exhibits of original cels and drawings explaining how animation works
A children-only play area with a plush Catbus (Nekobus), reserved for preschool-age kids
The Mamma Aiuto gift shop with exclusive merchandise and the Straw Hat Café
Good to know
RulesAdmission is by advance, date-and-time-specific reservation only. Next-month tickets go on sale via Lawson Ticket at 10:00 a.m. JST on the 10th of each month and weekend slots can sell out within minutes. No on-site sales — verify the current sales method on the official site.
CautionLawson Ticket is the only official seller. Avoid third-party resellers (Viagogo, StubHub, auction sites); such tickets often carry the wrong name or are fake and will be refused at the door.
RulesThe purchaser name printed on the ticket must match your passport/ID to enter. Enter your passport details accurately when booking and bring the physical passport on the day.
MannersPhotography and video are prohibited inside the exhibition halls and theater; phones should be silenced or off. Photos are allowed only in designated areas such as the rooftop garden.
RulesClosed every Tuesday, plus additional temporary closures for exhibit changes and maintenance — check open dates before booking.
MannersNo outside food or drink inside the museum, and the compact interior can make strollers awkward, so a baby carrier is recommended for families.
Practical info
Location: inside Inokashira Park, Mitaka, Tokyo. About a 15-min walk from the south exit of JR Mitaka Station, or ~5 min by community bus (paid). Also ~15 min on foot from Kichijoji Station through Inokashira Park. Open 10:00–18:00 (entry at 10/12/14/16), closed Tuesdays. Confirm prices, hours, and rules on the official site before visiting.
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