Program Showing

『PLAY DOME 01 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』

『PLAY DOME 02 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』

About the PLAY DOME series

This series features impressive films that take advantage of the characteristics of a dome-shaped screen and can be easily enjoyed by both children and adults.

Program Schedule

time   Program Showing
10:20 【2D】 Animation Carnival
11:20 【3D】 BIRTHDAY
12:20 【3D】 BIRTHDAY
Japanese subtitles for the hearing impaired will be displayed.
13:20 【2D】 Animation Carnival
14:20 【2D】 Space Explorers ISS : Advance
15:20 【3D】 The Man from the 9 Dimensions
Japanese subtitles for the hearing impaired will be displayed.
16:20 【3D】 BIRTHDAY

Fees

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

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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
    • Entry begins 10 minutes prior to the start of each show.
    • Entry is not possible once the show begins.
    • Please ensure you arrive at the entry to the theatre on the 6th floor ahead of time.
  • 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).
    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