Small Worlds Tokyo

Small Worlds Tokyo is like the Tardis, big on the outside and small on the inside. Tower above a Tokyo made for ants — you won’t be able to fit inside the building, but you will get a great bird’s eye view.

This amusement park is miniature wonderland, and we mean that quite literally. The eight different areas are themed dioramas filled with incredibly detailed miniatures. While there are no rides, there is still plenty to see, with hidden easter eggs waiting to be found.

Permanent exhibitions

There are eight different areas to explore in Small Worlds Tokyo, including a space center, the world of Sailor Moon, and Kansai International Airport — all with their own unique charm and realistic replicas. Each area has interactive elements, making you feel like part of the world. Kids will love pressing buttons to see the dioramas light up, move, and make sounds.

Museum facilities

Those visting can enjoy a meal at the museum café, browse the museum shop, and take a break in the Kansai International Airport Lounge.

Visitors also have the opportunity to make themselves into a miniature 3D figurine, which will then be added to one of the eight areas. Prices for this range from ¥2,000 to ¥12,000, depending on the size and how many figures you want.

How to buy tickets for Small Worlds

Although you can buy tickets at the museum, we recommend buying your ticket online to beat the queues.

Tickets cost ¥2,700 for adults. For those aged 12 to 17, tickets cost ¥1,900, and for children aged 4 to 11 it’s ¥1,500. Children under 3 are free.

How to get to Small Worlds Tokyo

There are several ways to get to Small Worlds. If you are coming by train, take either the Yurikamome Line to Ariake Tennis no Mori Station and walk around 3 minutes. Alternatively, take the Rinkai Line to Kokusai-Tenjijō Station and walk about 9 minutes.

You can also take the Toei Bus East to Ariake Garden and walk up to 3 minutes. You can also get to the museum by Limousine Bus Haneda Airport Line, getting off at Ariake Garden and walking up to 10 minutes.

There are also some car parking facilities near the museum.

Things to do nearby

Small Worlds is located in Ariake, a district east of Odaiba. The area is home to Tokyo Big Site — an international exhibition center which hosts a number of different events each year. Click here to keep up with the upcoming events.

Frequently asked questions

How long do you need for Small Worlds Tokyo?

We recommend allowing around 2 hours to fully explore Small Worlds. Families with young children might want even longer, because, well, pressing buttons and watching things light up is fun.

Is Small Worlds Tokyo worth it?

Yes, Small Worlds is great fun for the whole family. While it’s not a classicly “Japanese” experience, it’s still very enjoyable and the attention to detail is astounding.