Unko Museum Tokyo
1 Chome−1−10, Tokyo, Japan, 135-0064
Tokyo’s Unko Museum has pulled off the near-impossible: it’s made poop cute. Kawaii culture is a big deal in Japan, and the Unko Museum is a whole space dedicated to the more delightful aspects of poop. Less an educational museum and more an Instagrammable delight, you’ll find photogenic spaces, interactive and arcade games, and more, all in inoffensive pastel hues.
The basics
If you hadn’t already guessed, the Japanese word unko translates as “poop”. But don’t imagine a grim, brown mess at this museum: the vibe is upbeat, funny, and colorful. There’s even a “poop animals” room, which you have to see to believe. Whether you’re traveling with kids or just have a silly sense of humor, the Unko Museum is a quirky place to pass some time—and to take photos.
Most travelers visit the Unko Museum independently as it’s rather a niche-interest destination, despite the universal nature of its subject.
Things to know before you go
Ticket prices vary by month, day, and time. A detailed price schedule is posted on the museum’s website.
Availability of same-day tickets is limited, so it’s best to book tickets in advance online.
Each paying adult (aged 18 years or above) can take up to two children aged 3 and under for free.
There is an on-site gift shop, which you can visit without entering the museum.
How to get there
The Unko Museum is located on Odaiba, an island made from reclaimed land in Tokyo Bay. It’s easy to reach by public transportation as a couple of stations are a short walk away: Daiba on the Yurikamome line, and Tokyo Teleport on the Rinkai line. If you’re driving, there’s a paid parking garage next to the museum.
When to get there
The museum is open from late morning until late evening, with the last entry an hour before closing time. It operates slightly extended hours on weekends and holidays. It's advisable to buy tickets online in advance as the museum is very popular. Some tickets have timed entry, which is printed on them.
Gundam style
Right beside the Unko Museum is another fun pop-culture attraction: the 64.6-foot (19.7-meter) high Unicorn Gundam statue from the Japanese manga/anime series Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn. The huge robot statue is timed to transform between Unicorn and Destroyer mode several times a day. The transformation doesn’t take long so don’t build your itinerary around it, but it’s a fun attraction to pass by at any time.
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