2014.09.18
Guide to getting the most out of the Fujiko F. Fujio Museum (3/3)
With the world-famous Doraemon at its forefront, this museum features all of Fujiko F. Fujio’s creations. Numerous pieces of rare and original artwork and various videos convey his playful, dream-filled worldview to museum-goers of all ages. This time we’ll tell you about the museum’s photo spots, along with interesting points to stimulate your curiosity.
You can meet a lot of Fujiko F. Fujio's characters in "Harappa" (field), which stretches out over the top floor of the museum. Life-sized Doraemon, Nobita and Pisuke, Perman, Dorami-chan... Take a closer look, and you'll find lots of different characters and items hiding in the forest.
Harappa's mysterious atmosphere is enough to make you forget that you're on the 3rd floor of a building.
On days that are rainy or sunny and hot, you can borrow an umbrella.
Doraemon and the vacant lot pipes. Children can climb on them or play hide and seek inside.
The item that everyone wishes they had - Doraemon's Anywhere
Door. So what's on the other side...?
The well-known Pisuke from the full-sized editions and movies.
Use the nearby deck for a great photo opportunity.
Umatake (bamboo horses) hiding in the shadows of Harappa (field).
If you hurt their feelings, they'll go off on a rampage... maybe.
Perman 1 and 2 basking in the sun beside
the cafe.
Take a picture with Oba-Q and O-jiro.
Dorami-chan is all smiles!
"Lumberjack Springs" in the resting corner beyond "Exposition Room II". If you work the pump, good-looking Gian pops out.
Take a picture quickly - he only appears for a few seconds. Children love how he wooshes back down!
Try to find the art piece displayed in the "Manga Corner," where
you can read manga to your heart's content.
The "Kids' Space" - an area geared towards preschoolers - is full of hidden gadgets and wooden toys that make mysterious sounds.
Doraemon and Dorami-chan Gachapon (a small vending machine
which sells toys) in the "Peoples' Plaza". One try, 200 yen.
Experience the world of imagination in the "If Box". Supposedly there are several "surprises" per day.
Take a commemorative purikura (photo booth picture) in the
machines at the back of the "Peoples' Plaza." One try, 400 yen.
Try the "Peoples' Plaza" science-fiction adventure corner for a
slightly curious experience.
This museum is brimming with manifestations of the playful and slightly curious world of Fujiko F. Fujio.
Trying to find the ones that interest you is one more way to enjoy the museum.
What manga could he be reading?
Glass set up the the panel layout of the
first issue of Doraemon.
Who's that sleeping in the "Silkworm Sleeping Bag"?
You're being watched...
The manuscript paper tile and pencil bench at the entrance to the museum.
The Anywhere Door between the
"Animals'Room" and "Exhibition Room II."
Fun illustrations on the museum signs.
The "Fake Graffiti Pen"
looks like the real thing. What can you see inside of the pipes?
The entrance to the F Theatre looks
familiar somehow.
Kawasaki City Fujiko F. Fujio Museum
Kanagawa-ken, Kawasaki-shi, Tama-ku, Nagao 2-8-1 Telephone: 0570-055-245
Opening Hours: 10-18 Closed: Tuesdays and New Year's (12/30-1/3)
Access: Shuttle bus from Noborito station on Odakyu or JR Nambu Line
16 min walk from Mukogaoka-Yuen station on Odakyu Line or 15 min walk from Shukugawara station on JR Nambu line
Tickets: Adult/University Student - 1,000 yen, Middle/High School Student - 700 yen,
Children (4 and up) - 500 yen, Children 3 and below - Free
http://fujiko-museum.com/english/
※All prices are current as of July of 2014 and include consumption tax (8%).
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