Aerospace Science Museum
WannaGo
Favorite
A must-see for aviation enthusiasts! See real aircraft, engines, and cockpits up close.
Overview
The Aerospace Science Museum, opened in 1989, is Japan's first aviation-specialized museum, located adjacent to Narita Airport. The museum houses real aircraft, engines, and cockpits, allowing visitors to learn about the history and mechanics of aviation. Highlights include a Boeing 747 large-scale model cockpit experience and a realistic simulator, repurposed from pilot training equipment—popular attractions for both adults and children. The museum also boasts various hands-on exhibits, such as aircraft model building and aviation-themed quiz rallies. A rooftop observation deck offers stunning, up-close views of Narita Airport's runways. Experiencing the dynamic takeoffs and landings adds to the museum's appeal. The Aerospace Science Museum is a fulfilling experience for aviation fans and families alike. Come and explore the fascinating world of aviation!
Basic Information
- Address
- 111-3 Iwayama, Shibayama-machi, Sanmu-gun, Chiba Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Chiba
- Access
- ・Car: About 15 minutes from Narita IC on the Higashi-Kanto Expressway ・Train: 30-minute walk from Shibayama-Chiyoda Station on the JR Narita Line ・Bus: About 15 minutes by bus from Narita Airport *Narita Airport Transportation's Nanbu Museum Line and Sakura no Yama Line, and JR Bus Kanto's buses from Narita Station are available. Show route
- Op.Hours
- 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Last entry 4:30 PM)
- Cld.Days
- Mondays (closed the following day if Monday is a holiday), Year-end and New Year holidays (December 29th - 31st)
- Fee
- Adults: ¥700, Junior high & high school students: ¥300, Children (4 years and older): ¥200 Group discount (20 or more people): 20% off
- INFO
- Parking is free. There's also a restaurant and museum shop inside.
Recommended nearby attractions
Sakura no Yama, Narita City
4.951km from Aerospace Science Museum Sakura no Yama, located right next to Narita Airport, is a fantastic spot to view aircraft takeoffs and landings up close, year-round, and especially beautiful during cherry blossom season.
Chiba Prefectural Museum of Modern Industrial Science
42.063km from Aerospace Science Museum Witness spectacular experiments using liquid nitrogen and a million-volt lightning discharge!
Chiba City Science Museum
29.021km from Aerospace Science Museum Experience the wonder of a star-filled sky in the planetarium, explore the fun of science through interactive exhibits, and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Chiba City from the observation deck. The Chiba City Science Museum offers something for everyone, from kids to adults!
Narita Yume Bo Kujou (Narita Dream Ranch)
9.849km from Aerospace Science Museum Enjoy unique ranch experiences, including interacting with animals, horseback riding, and milking cows!
Chiba Prefectural Bōsō no Mura
14.457km from Aerospace Science Museum An experiential museum recreating an Edo-period town. Experience the life of the past with all five senses!
Subway Museum
48.122km from Aerospace Science Museum Experience the history of Tokyo's subway system, built by Tokuji Hayakawa, the "father of the subway," through precious vehicles, models, and interactive exhibits.
【Official】Tsukuba Space Center, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (Public Relations Department)
43.473km from Aerospace Science Museum Experience the heart of JAXA, Japan's leading space exploration agency! Get a rare opportunity to see the development sites of rockets and artificial satellites up close.
Chikyu no Maruku Mieru Oka Observatory (The Hill Where the Earth Appears Round)
41.306km from Aerospace Science Museum Experience breathtaking views of a curved horizon! Enjoy the majestic beauty of Hyōnō-ga-ura, known as the "Dover of the East."
National Museum of Japanese History
16.267km from Aerospace Science Museum The only museum in Japan where you can experience Japanese history and culture all at once!
Sakura Juntendo Memorial Hall
14.237km from Aerospace Science Museum A precious historical site indispensable to understanding the history of Western medicine in Japan, renowned as the location where the world's first general anesthesia surgery was performed.
Nearby Hotels
Narita Airport Onsen Sora no Yu
1.277km from Aerospace Science MuseumHotel R9 The Yard Narita Ariport West
1.905km from Aerospace Science MuseumNarita AIC Airport Hotel
2.241km from Aerospace Science MuseumNarita SkyPark Inn Shibayama
2.547km from Aerospace Science MuseumNarita Airport Rest House
3.141km from Aerospace Science Museum9h nine hours Narita Airport
3.691km from Aerospace Science MuseumNarita Tobu Hotel Airport
4.547km from Aerospace Science MuseumToyoko Inn Narita Airport Shinkan
4.67km from Aerospace Science MuseumToyoko Inn Narita Airport Honkan
4.675km from Aerospace Science MuseumMarroad International Hotel Narita
4.769km from Aerospace Science Museum