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Exterior of the Osaka Museum of Natural History in Nagai Park

Osaka Museum of Natural History

Natural HistoryScienceOpen until 4:30pmFrom ¥300Nagai (Osaka Metro Midosuji Line, JR Hanwa Line)

The Osaka Museum of Natural History stands in Nagai Park in south Osaka, next to the Nagai Botanical Garden. Its permanent galleries run across two floors, with Naumann Hall on the ground floor, and a corner on the natural history of Osaka. It stages a special exhibition most years and smaller theme displays between them.

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Getting there

1-23 Nagai Koen, Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka 546-0034, Japan

Nearest station: Nagai (Osaka Metro Midosuji Line, JR Hanwa Line)

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Hours

Winter hours until 28 February 2027, 09:30–16:30

MonClosed
Tue09:30–17:00
Wed09:30–17:00
Thu09:30–17:00
Fri09:30–17:00
Sat09:30–17:00
SunToday09:30–17:00

Admission

From ¥300

High school and university students 200 yen. Free for junior high students and younger, Osaka City residents aged 65+ and people with a disability certificate. Special exhibitions cost extra.

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How much does Osaka Museum of Natural History cost?
Standard adult admission to Osaka Museum of Natural History is ¥300. High school and university students 200 yen. Free for junior high students and younger, Osaka City residents aged 65+ and people with a disability certificate. Special exhibitions cost extra.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Osaka Museum of Natural History?
Osaka Museum of Natural History is open Open 9:30 to 17:00 from March to October (last entry 16:30) and 9:30 to 16:30 from November to February (last entry 16:00). Closed Mondays (the next weekday if Monday is a public holiday) and 28 December to 4 January.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Osaka Museum of Natural History?
Osaka Museum of Natural History is located at 1-23 Nagai Koen, Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka 546-0034, Japan, in the Higashisumiyoshi area of Osaka. The nearest station is Nagai (Osaka Metro Midosuji Line, JR Hanwa Line).
What can I see at Osaka Museum of Natural History?
Natural history museum in Nagai Park with permanent galleries on fossils and Osaka's nature, plus yearly special exhibitions. Current highlights include Enjoying Fossils 2026 and Permanent Exhibition.
Do I need to book Osaka Museum of Natural History in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit Osaka Museum of Natural History?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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