Ōtsu City Science Museum

The Ōtsu City Science Museum contains multiple floors of interactive exhibits dedicated to physics, chemistry, astronomy, and natural sciences with a planetarium.

The museum opened its doors in October 1970, establishing itself as a central institution for scientific education in the Shiga Prefecture region.

Through partnerships with local schools and organizations, the museum delivers educational programs that connect Japanese youth with scientific discoveries and technological advancements.

Located 15 minutes by foot from JR Otsu-Kyo Station, the museum operates from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and provides parking space for 70 vehicles.

The second-floor planetarium presents regular astronomical shows while integrating scientific principles with traditional Japanese perspectives on celestial bodies.

Location: Otsu

Official opening: October 1970

Website: http://otsu.ed.jp/kagaku/01_guidance/index_english.html

GPS coordinates: 34.99406,135.89369

Latest update: March 12, 2025 21:10