Program Showing

"Animation Carnival"

Three foreign, short animation films will be featured. You can enjoy "animation" as a film technique, such as the principle of animation and the transition of the screen, taking advantage of the characteristics of a dome-shaped screen. Voice actor Chiwa Saito will narrate between the films. It is an easy program for children to enjoy as they can watch while talking with people around them.
(Run Time: Approx. 30 min.)
*Offered in Japanese (dubbed).
*An English audio system can be used.

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『PLAY DOME 01 Animation Carnival』

"Space Explorers ISS : Advance"

This space documentary closely follows the Expedition 58 and Expedition 59 crew in 2018.
You can see the astronauts as they are, including experiments in space and interactions between the astronauts returning to Earth, and the new crew members arriving at the ISS.
The image of the sun and the Earth as seen from the ISS window "Cupola" projected in the dome space is a must-see.
(Run Time: Approx. 30 min.)
*Offered in Japanese (dubbed).
*An English audio system can be used.

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『PLAY DOME 02 Space Explorers ISS : Advance』

Program Schedule

Until April 6, 2026

time   Program Showing
10:20 【3D】 "BIRTHDAY"
11:20 "Space Explorers ISS : Advance"
12:20 【3D】 "BIRTHDAY"
Japanese subtitles for the hearing impaired will be displayed.
13:20 "Animation Carnival"
14:20 【3D】 "BIRTHDAY"
15:20 【3D】 "The Man from the 9 Dimensions"
Japanese subtitles for the hearing impaired will be displayed.
16:20 "Tender is the Night"

  • Due to screenings for school groups, some showtimes may not be available for viewing. The latest screening schedule will be posted on the online ticket purchase website one week prior to the screening.



From April 8, 2026

time   Program Showing
10:20 【3D】 "BIRTHDAY"
11:20 "Animation Carnival"
12:20 【3D】 "BIRTHDAY"
Japanese subtitles for the hearing impaired will be displayed.
13:20 "Space Explorers ISS : Advance"
14:20 【3D】 "BIRTHDAY"
15:20 【3D】 "The Man from the 9 Dimensions"
Japanese subtitles for the hearing impaired will be displayed.
16:20 "Space Explorers ISS : Advance"

  • Due to screenings for school groups, some showtimes may not be available for viewing. The latest screening schedule will be posted on the online ticket purchase website one week prior to the screening.

Fees

A ticket for the “Permanent Exhibitions + Dome Theater” (Adults 940yen, 18 and under 310yen) is required to view the Dome Theater.

Click here for details about Admission Fees

How to book

All seats are reserved at the Dome Theater. Please make a reservation in advance.
The booking/purchase period begins 7 days before your session and ends 15 minutes before the start of the session. Seats are limited.
(* At the ticket booth, tickets are only sold on the day of visiting as available.)

Click here for details about Online Booking & Ticketing

Viewing Shows

  • Entry
    • Please note that you can enter the Dome Theater from 10 minutes before the screening starts. You will not be able to enter after the screening start time, so please arrive at the Dome Theater entrance on the 6th floor with plenty of time to spare.
  • Information of the seat layout
    The seating chart of the Dome Theater

    There are stairs, so please watch your steps. You can check the details from the link below.
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  • English audio guide
    • An English audio guide is available for free on a first-come-first-served bases at the Dome Theater entrance. Please let us know when you enter the theater if you wish to use. The number of audio guide is limited.
  • The following is forbidden in the theatre:
    • Eating (including confectionary and chewing gum etc.)
    • Taking photos, videos, or sound recordings.
    • The use of items that emit noise or light.
    • Exiting or entering the theatre during the screening, or moving between seats.
    • Large items of personal luggage or stroller may not be brought into the theatre (please use the lockers or push chair storage area).
    During the screening, please remain quiet and refrain from talking or making noise, so as not to disturb other guests.
    Any customers who cause a disturbance to those around them may be asked to leave.
  • Please note
    In the theater, our equipment and films have the following characteristics. Take care if you have young children with you or if you are sensitive to sound or light.
    • Films feature surprising turns, flashing and sudden cuts, as well as loud noises.
    • On our spherical screen, the picture can appear distorted, causing visually-induced motion sickness in some people. If this happens to you, please close your eyes to avoid looking at the image.
    • In our 3D sessions, 3D glasses are provided. If you wear your prescription glasses under our 3D glasses, they may not fit you due to variation among individuals.
The 3D glasses used at the Dome Theater