Kobe Municipal Science Museum, Science museum in Minatojima Nakamachi, Japan
Kobe Municipal Science Museum is a science museum in Minatojima Nakamachi featuring exhibitions on natural sciences and technology. The buildings contain multiple floors with interactive displays and a planetarium.
The museum was established in 1984 and incorporated exhibits from a port exposition. A restored historic telescope shows the city's scientific heritage.
The museum reflects the city's connection to the port and maritime innovation through its exhibitions. Visitors encounter how science shapes local life and the region's industrial identity.
The museum has multiple entrances and is easily reached by public transit. Walking around the site is straightforward with clear signage throughout.
The planetarium lets visitors see a large number of stars projected on its dome. A massive spherical globe serves as the central focal point of this space.
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