# Ghibli Museum, Mitaka — Tokyo, Japan

> The Ghibli Museum opened in 2001 to share the world of Studio Ghibli's animated films. Hayao Miyazaki himself designed the labyrinth of stairs, hidden rooms, and stained-glass windows.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Wednesday to Monday: timed entry slots (Closed Tuesdays)
- Admission: ¥1,000 standard admission
- Address: 1-1-83 Shimorenjaku, Mitaka, Tokyo, Japan
- Time needed: 2 hours
- Official website: https://www.ghibli-museum.jp/en/
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- Saturn Theater Short Film — Studio Ghibli · rotating exclusive
- Robot Soldier (Laputa) — Studio Ghibli · 2001
- Catbus Playroom — Studio Ghibli · permanent
- Animation Cel Exhibition — Studio Ghibli · rotating

## FAQ
**Can I buy tickets at the door?**
No — tickets must be purchased in advance for a specific date and time.

**How do I reach Mitaka?**
Take the JR Chuo Line to Mitaka station and the community bus or walk through Inokashira Park.

**How long should I spend at Ghibli Museum, Mitaka?**
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights. Add time for temporary exhibitions, the museum shop, and café.

**What is Ghibli Museum, Mitaka best known for?**
The Ghibli Museum opened in 2001 to share the world of Studio Ghibli's animated films. Hayao Miyazaki himself designed the labyrinth of stairs, hidden rooms, and stained-glass windows. Key highlights include Saturn Theater exclusive short films, Catbus playroom, Robot Soldier rooftop garden.

**How do I get tickets for Ghibli Museum, Mitaka?**
¥1,000 standard admission Advance timed-entry booking is strongly recommended. Official site: https://www.ghibli-museum.jp/en/

**When do Ghibli Museum tickets go on sale?**
Tickets for each month are released on the 10th of the preceding month at 10:00 AM Japan time. They typically sell out within hours. Use the Lawson Loppi machine in Japan or the official online portal for overseas visitors.

**Can adults visit without children?**
Yes — adults are welcome. The museum is designed for all ages. The Catbus playroom has a height limit, but most exhibits appeal equally to adult animation fans.

**Is the Ghibli Museum the same as Ghibli Park?**
No — Ghibli Park opened in 2022 in Aichi Prefecture (near Nagoya) and is a separate theme park. The Mitaka Ghibli Museum is the original, smaller, Miyazaki-designed building in Tokyo.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/ghibli-museum/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.