A "small, grand world" that everyone—from children to adults—can enjoy as they rediscover their inner child—that is SMALL WORLDS TOKYO.
Experience one of Asia’s largest worlds of moving miniatures
【SMALL WORLDS TOKYO】
SMALL WORLDS is one of Asia’s largest miniature museums, spanning 7,000 m² in Ariake, Koto City, Tokyo. Step inside and discover “another world” meticulously recreated at 1/80 scale. Across eight areas—including the Space Center, Kansai International Airport, and Evangelion—diverse miniature stories unfold from realism to fantasy. Each area features blue-lit buttons; press them to set the mechanisms in motion right before your eyes. As an indoor attraction, it’s unaffected by the weather and can be enjoyed by families, friends, couples, and solo visitors alike.
Top 3 Highlights
1. Thrilled by truly moving miniatures!
The biggest appeal of SMALL WORLDS is its “moving miniatures.” It’s completely different from ordinary miniature displays.
At the Space Center, a rocket that looks just like the real thing lifts off with smoke. At the moment of launch, lights and sounds kick in, making it feel like a scene from a movie. Children watch, eyes sparkling, utterly captivated.
In the Kansai Airport area, nearly 40 tiny airplanes actually move around the airport—planes taking off, landing, taxiing along the runway… You’ll lose track of time just watching.
Another fun feature is that the venue switches between “day” and “night” every 15 minutes. In the daytime the city is bright and lively; at night, countless tiny lights come on, creating a romantic atmosphere. The same places look completely different depending on the time, so you never get bored, no matter how many times you watch.
2. Step into the world of anime! A must-see area for fans
There’s an area that anime lovers won’t be able to resist.
In the Evangelion area, scenes like the city sinking underground and the EVAs deploying are recreated right before your eyes. The blaring alarms and buildings shifting into motion will give fans goosebumps. From Misato’s apartment to NERV HQ, the details are painstakingly crafted, sparking countless “Oh, I know this!” moments.
Photography is allowed, so it’s fun to capture your favorite scenes and share them on social media.
3. Create your own miniature and put it on display! A one-of-a-kind memory
The most unique thing at SMALL WORLDS is the service where you can create a figure that looks just like you and participate in the exhibition.
After your whole body is scanned with a dedicated machine, a palm-sized little “you” will be ready in a few weeks. You can place that figure wherever you like in your favorite area. It will be displayed there for a year, so every time you visit you can enjoy looking for it and saying, “Oh, there I am!”
Many people use it to commemorate a child’s growth, as a memory of a family trip, or for a couple’s anniversary…. As a keepsake for a special day. Imagining your mini self living there all the time is somehow exciting.
Facility Information
| Name | SMALL WORLDS |
| Address | 〒135-0063 東京都江東区有明1丁目3ー33 有明物流センター |
| Access |
・ゆりかもめ「有明テニスの森駅」 3 minutes on foot ・りんかい線「国際展示場駅」 9 minutes on foot ・都バス 東16/都05-2「有明テニスの森」 3 minutes on foot ・リムジンバス羽田空港線「有明ガーデン」 10 minutes on foot ・TOKYO BRT国際展示場方面「有明テニスの森」 3 minutes on foot |
| Parking | There are several hourly parking lots around the facility; please use those. |
| Opening hours |
09:00－19:00（Last entry 18:00）
For business hours and operating days on other dates, please check this Calendar. |
| Admission |
Ticket types ・The 「Admission Passport」 usable only on the day of entry ・The 「Annual Passport」 you can enjoy any time for one year ・The 「Figure Program with Residency Rights」 allowing you to place your own figure within an area For details, see here. |
| Contact |
https://smallworlds.jp/contact/ ※We do not accept inquiries by phone; please contact us via the website. |
Other Recommended Information
You can also try a hands-on crafting experience!
It’s not just for looking; you can try making your own miniatures. Professional staff will kindly guide you, so even first-timers are fine. Both children and adults will be absorbed. You can take your creation home and enjoy displaying it.
You can also take a break at the cafe
There is a cafe on the second floor where you can enjoy cute sweets and light meals. Open from 10:30 to 18:00 on both weekdays and holidays（meals served until 16:30 on weekdays and 17:30 on holidays）. If you get tired after lots of walking, take a break here. The colorful desserts are perfect for Instagram.
Near the cafe, there is also a diorama that recreates Japanese night views, so it’s nice to relax and gaze at it while you eat.
PET DAY
On specific days each month（the 10th, 11th, 12th and the 21st, 22nd, 23rd）, PET DAY is held, when you can tour certain areas of the facility with your pet.
References
- SMALL WORLDS TOKYO Official Website：https://smallworlds.jp/
MAP & ACCESS
SMALL WORLDS TOKYO
〒135-0063 東京都江東区有明1丁目3ー33 有明物流センター
・ゆりかもめ「有明テニスの森駅」 3 minutes on foot
・りんかい線「国際展示場駅」 9 minutes on foot
・都バス 東16/都05-2「有明テニスの森」 3 minutes on foot
・リムジンバス羽田空港線「有明ガーデン」 10 minutes on foot
・TOKYO BRT国際展示場方面「有明テニスの森」 3 minutes on foot
〒135-0063 東京都江東区有明1丁目3ー33 有明物流センター
・ゆりかもめ「有明テニスの森駅」 3 minutes on foot
・りんかい線「国際展示場駅」 9 minutes on foot
・都バス 東16/都05-2「有明テニスの森」 3 minutes on foot
・リムジンバス羽田空港線「有明ガーデン」 10 minutes on foot
・TOKYO BRT国際展示場方面「有明テニスの森」 3 minutes on foot