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[Chiba ]You will definitely enjoy! 7 recommended museums and art museums in Chiba

[Chiba ]You will definitely enjoy! 7 recommended museums and art museums in Chiba
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2021-11-24 Management office

Chiba is home to many art museums, well-stocked museums, and science museums. Please refer to the following list of museums and art museums that are absolutely enjoyable for both children and adults.
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Aviation Science Museum



The Aviation Science Museum is located in a place where visitors can get a close-up view of airplanes arriving at and departing from Narita Airport, and it is a museum where visitors can learn more about airplanes.
The museum has actual parts of a Boeing 747, and there is also a Boeing 747-400 prototype that you can simulate and fly by sitting in the cockpit. There is also a model of Narita International Airport, and visitors can enjoy airplanes from various angles in the observation room and observation restaurant.

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Adults can also enjoy it because they can find out all the mysteries about airplanes.
In addition, although a fee is required, visitors can sit in the cockpit of a Boeing 737MAX or Boeing 777 and experience piloting the aircraft or take a guided tour inside, which is a very popular area for children. Some of them do not require reservations, so even if you do not make a reservation, you can still fully enjoy the experience.
The museum has become popular with people of all ages, from children to adults.

"Facility Information "
Facility name: Museum of Aeronautical Science
Address: 111-3, Iwayama, Shibayama-cho, Yamato-gun, Chiba 289-1608
Phone number: 0479-78-0557
Hours of operation: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Closed: Mondays (open every day in August)
Budget: Adults 700 yen / Junior high and high school students 300 yen / 4 years and older 200 yen
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: Japan's first museum specializing in aviation. Located next to Narita Airport, visitors can experience piloting, models, cockpits, and more.
URL:http://www.aeromuseum.or.jp/

Hoki Art Museum



This is also Japan's first museum specializing in realistic paintings.
The museum is a corridor-shaped building with one floor above ground and two below, and is an artistic building that blends in with the city, suddenly appearing in a quiet residential area. The artistic building is not only visually appealing, but also has the perfect architecture for viewing works of art. Many contemporary realistic paintings, such as the one in the photo, are on display, drawing in even those who are not normally interested in art.

Restaurants are also recommended!



We also recommend the Italian restaurant located inside the museum. The restaurant offers lunch and dinner with a view of the museum's magnificent garden. The restaurant serves authentic Italian cuisine, and is a popular destination for many who come for the restaurant.
The museum also houses a café and museum store, where visitors can take a break after being overwhelmed by the works of art.

"Facility Information "
Name: Hoki Museum of Art
Address: 3-15 Asumigaoka Higashi, Midori-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba 267-0067
Phone number: 043-205-1500
Business hours: 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Closed: Tuesday
Budget: Adults 1,800 yen / High school and university students 1,300 yen / Junior high school students 900 yen / Elementary school students and younger free
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: This is the first museum in Japan specializing in realistic paintings. The museum has a fashionable corridor-type museum that appears in a quiet residential area.
URL:https://www.hoki-museum.jp/


Andersen Park Children's Museum



This children's museum is located in Andersen Park.
The museum is decorated with many works of art, making it a must-see museum for adults as well.
There are also workshops by artists, including hands-on courses in ceramics, woodworking, food, weaving, and printmaking. Of course, not only children but also adults can enjoy these workshops, which attract many people.

The park itself is also enjoyable.



At Andersen Park, a large Dutch windmill and many seasonal flowers are planted, allowing visitors to stroll around and experience the seasons. There is also an animal petting area and a nature experience zone that is popular as a healing space for people.
In addition, the park holds various events in conjunction with the museum, so you can enjoy the park any time of the year.

"Facility Information "
Name: Andersen Park Children's Museum of Art
Address: 525 Kanabori-cho, Funabashi-shi, Chiba 274-0054
Phone number: 047-457-6661
Hours of operation: 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Closed: Monday
I give the calculation: adults 900 yen / college students 600 yen / elementary and middle school students 200 yen / children 100 yen
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: This children's museum is located in Andersen Park. The museum displays many artistic works of art and offers a wide variety of hands-on classes where visitors can actually experience art.
URL:https://www.park-funabashi.or.jp/and/kodomo/

Ichihara Lakeside Museum



The museum is located directly in front of the shore of Lake Takataki. The museum's main collection is contemporary art, and the building itself has an eye-catching and innovative design. Special exhibitions are held from time to time, and workshops for both adults and children are also available. In the garden, there is a 28-meter observation platform, inspired by a Fujiwara-style water pump, from which visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Takataki Lake.
The museum store, which carries a variety of artistic and other goods, offers a wide selection of cutting-edge, fashionable goods that can be enjoyed just by looking at them.

Everything is art.



The building is also dotted with art, and is filled with tricks that make it enjoyable no matter where you pass.
The adjacent Italian restaurant, including a terrace, offers a view of Lake Takataki and authentic pizzas and other dishes using seasonal ingredients from Boso.
The museum is full of a sense of openness and has become popular with people of all ages.

"Facility Information "
Name: Ichihara Lakeside Art Museum
Address: 75-1, Fuiru 75-1, Ichihara, Chiba 290-0554, Japan
Phone number: 0436-98-1525
Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturdays and before holidays 9:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Sundays and holidays 9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Closed: Mondays, Year-end and New Year holidays
Budget: Depends on the exhibition
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: This is an art museum located on the shore of Lake Takataki. It mainly houses contemporary art, and the building itself is a work of art. There is also a restaurant where you can eat while enjoying a view of the Takataki lakeside.
URL:https://lsm-ichihara.jp/


Higashiyama Kaii Memorial Hall, Ichikawa City



This is Higashiyama Kaii's museum in Ichikawa City. Inside the Western-style building with an octagonal tower, the museum exhibits Higashiyama Kaii's relics, books, and other items, allowing visitors to trace the life of Higashiyama Kaii. It has a beautiful garden and is a very relaxing spot including the atmosphere. You can see many wonderful works of Kaii Higashiyama, and goods such as postcards are available at the museum store.

Cafes are also recommended.



There is also a café inside, where you can enjoy fruit teas, pasta, pizza, and other snacks. The café also has many large windows, allowing visitors to relax and soak up the natural light.
It is also famous as a popular place for women because of its many varieties of stylish pancakes and rolls.
Please drop by after enjoying Kaii Higashiyama's works.

"Facility Information "
Facility name: Ichikawa Higashiyama Kaii Memorial Hall (Ichikawa City Higashiyama Kaii Memorial Hall)
Address: Ichikawa Higashiyama Kaii Memorial Museum, 1-16-2 Nakayama, Ichikawa-shi, Chiba 272-0813
Phone number: 047-333-2011
Hours of operation: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Closed: Monday
I'll give the calculation: 520 yen for adults / 260 yen for college students / no material for junior high school students and below
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: This is a memorial museum for Kaii Higashiyama, one of the most famous Japanese painters of the Showa period. Visitors can trace the life of Higashiyama Kaii, including the exhibits.
URL:https://www.city.ichikawa.lg.jp/higashiyama/

Chiba Prefectural Central Museum



Located in Aoba-no-mori Park, the Chiba Prefectural Central Museum is a museum dedicated to the theme of nature and humans in Boso. The museum is a powerful place with life-size skeletal specimens of elephants, mammoths, and other animals on display. The museum also holds special exhibitions from time to time, and depending on the project, the museum is so popular that cars cannot stop to see it. It is a very large museum, and the inside is divided into six themes, all of which are enjoyable.

There are also meteorites and Naumann elephants



There are many popular meteorites and dioramas on display, allowing visitors to learn about and feel the history of Chiba. The theme of the museum is based on something familiar to both children and adults.
Nearby is the Underwater Observation Tower of the Katsuura Underwater Park, which is recommended to enjoy and return together with the sea.

"Facility Information "
Name: Chiba Prefectural Central Museum
Address: 174 Yoshio, Katsuura, Chiba 299-5242
Phone number: 0470-76-2955
Hours of operation: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Closed: Mondays, Year-end and New Year holidays
Budget: Adults 300 yen/High school and college students 150 yen
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: Located in Aoba-no-mori Park, this museum focuses on the theme of nature and humans in Boso. It focuses on animal skeletons and other specimens for the enjoyment of both adults and children.
URL:http://www2.chiba-muse.or.jp/www/NATURAL/index.html

Chiba City Science Museum



The Chiba Science Museum, which also has a planetarium, is divided into Wonder Town, Techno-Town, and Geo-Town to introduce science in an easy-to-understand manner.
Both children and adults can enjoy the museum, as they can experience and understand all the things that children wonder about, such as the wonders of sight and sensation, the wonders of sound, and the wonders of light. Particularly recommended are the Electricity and Technology and Cities and Technology sections of Techno-Town, which provide easy-to-understand explanations of the mechanisms of electrical appliances and other items used in everyday life.

Also retro appliances!



Retro electrical appliances are lined up in a row, looking fresh to children and nostalgic to adults. Not only old items, but also the major theme of how we will use digital technology to create the future is introduced in an easy-to-understand manner. The museum also offers workshops on making things, so visitors can easily participate in them.

"Facility Information "
Facility name: Chiba Science Museum
Address: 4-5-1 Chuo, Chuo-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba 260-0013
Phone number: 043-308-0511
Business hours: 9:00 - 19:00
Closed: Monday
I give the calculation: adults 510 yen / college students 300 yen / elementary and middle school students 100 yen
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: Divided into Wonder Town, Techno Town, and Geo Town, visitors can learn about the history of science at the Science Museum, which also has a planetarium.
URL:https://www.kagakukanq.com/


summary

We have introduced some very satisfying art galleries and museums. If you have come all the way to Chiba for sightseeing, we recommend that you visit spots with special characteristics. Please try to visit various spots so that you will have a pleasant memory of your visit.

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