Science Hills Komatsu

Science Hills Komatsu is a science museum in Komatsu featuring four wave-like structures with grass-covered rooftops that form rolling hills across the complex. Inside, the facility contains exhibition areas, a dome theater, and outdoor spaces that combine architecture and natural landscape.

The museum was established on the grounds of a former manufacturing facility that produced construction and mining equipment. This transformation from industrial production to a public science center reflects changes in the site's purpose.

The exhibition spaces encourage scientific learning through hands-on displays where visitors of all ages can experiment and discover. Interactive activities and demonstrations help people understand how science relates to everyday life and technology.

The museum is accessible with plenty of space to explore both indoor and outdoor areas for visitors of all ages. Comfortable walking shoes are helpful since the rolling hills and outdoor grounds require moving between different areas.

The building features LED lights embedded in its curved surfaces that respond to wind movements, creating dynamic light displays in the evening hours. This interactive lighting design connects the structure's architecture with the natural environment in an engaging way.

Location: Komatsu

Official opening: December 1, 2013

Opening Hours: 09:30-18:00

Website: https://science-hills-komatsu.jp

GPS coordinates: 36.40138,136.45581

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:59