Miyazaki's Forest Hideaway in Mitaka

At a Glance

Ghibli Museum in Mitaka, Tokyo opened October 2001 beside Inokashira Park, co-designed by Hayao Miyazaki. 650,000 visitors a year by advance ticket only; no photography inside.

The Door to a Fairy Tale

Hidden stairs, low doors, winding corridors — the building is deliberately scaled for children's imagination.

Highlights

• Beginning of Motion hall with the giant Ghibli zoetrope.
• Miyazaki studio recreation on floor 2.
• Saturn Theater exclusive short films.
• Rooftop Laputa robot.
• Cat Bus room for children.

Visiting Tips

Short bus from Mitaka Station. Tickets release 00:00 JST on the 10th each month. ¥1,000. 2–3 hours. Closed Tuesdays.