GHIBLI MUSEUM, MITAKA

What is that colorful building over there in the park? It could well be the ever-popular Ghibli animation museum designed by Japanese animation wizard MIYAZAKI Hayao.

The director has created many sensational animation movies such as gMy Neighbor Totoro,h gPrincess Mononokeh and gSpirited Awayh and has now become the most influential Japanese movie director on the world stage as KUROSAWA Akira used to be.

Since it opened in October, 2001, the Ghibli museum has always been crowded. This museum is quite different from ordinary ones. It includes an exhibition room where actual models and exhibits of the animation process are displayed, a mini-theater where you can enjoy watching original Ghibli animations (one screening per person) and the gCat bush room which is very popular among elementary school pupils. In the fresco paintings that adorn the hall and stained glass window, Ghibli characters can be seen. You will also be able to feel Miyazakifs sense of fun in many other places around the museum. Entrance is strictly by advance reservation.

Procedure and Ticket Purchse
Admission Fees (tax included): Adults/College Students 1,000 yen, High School/Junior High School Students 700 yen, Elementary School Students 400 yen, Children ages 4 and older 100 yen, Children ages 3 and younger free.
Museum Hours: 10:00 ~ 18:00 *Cafe Hours: 11:00 ~ 19:00

Entrance to the Ghibli Museum is strictly by advance purchase of a reserved ticket which specifies the appointed date and time of the reservation. Reserved tickets can be purchased only at LAWSON convenience stores throughout Japan. Please note that all procedures are in Japanese only.
To buy tickets outside Japan
http://www.ghibli-museum.jp/ticket_info.html

Access
In Inokashira Park, 1-83, Shimo-renjaku 1-chome, Mitaka, Tokyo 181-0013 From the Mitaka South Exit or Kichijoji, approx. 15 min. walk A community bus (Fare: One-way adult 200 yen) operates from Mitaka Station and takes 5 min. Visitor parking is not available at the Museum.

Inquiries
Tel: 0570-055777
http://www.ghibli-museum.jp/