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9 Top Rainy-Day Sightseeing Spots in Tokyo｜A Complete Guide to Indoor Spots You Can Enjoy Even During the Rainy Season

2026.07.02

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9 rainy-day sightseeing spots in TokyoThe complete guide to indoor spots you can enjoy even during the rainy season

Museums, planetariums, digital art, traditional culture, and indoor activities. We have carefully selected indoor spots in Tokyo that you can enjoy regardless of the weather.

Even if it rains during your trip to Tokyo, you don't have to give up on sightseeing. Tokyo has plenty of indoor attractions you can enjoy no matter the weather. From science museums, planetariums, and digital art museums to traditional craft experience facilities and indoor sports venues, the range is wide, and there are many places where you can spend the whole day.

In this feature, we introduce nine indoor spots that are especially recommended for rainy-day sightseeing in Tokyo. We've carefully selected places suitable for a variety of situations—tourists, couples on dates, groups of friends, and solo travelers. Use it as a reference for outings during the rainy season or on days with sudden showers.

POINT 01

All spots are fully indoors

We have selected only facilities where you won't need to worry about getting wet and can take your time enjoying yourself without checking the weather.

POINT 02

Experiences unique to Tokyo

Focusing on spots you can only experience in Tokyo, such as digital art, Edo culture, and cutting-edge science museums.

POINT 03

Suitable for various occasions

We picked spots that are easy to use for a wide range of scenarios: solo trips, dates for couples, groups of friends, and families with children.

9 recommended indoor spots in Tokyo

日本科学未来館の展示フロア

Science Museumお台場・青海

日本科学未来館

A hands-on science museum themed around space, life, and information technology. Its permanent exhibits let you experience the latest on Earth’s environmental changes and space exploration through videos, models, and interactive displays. There’s enough to enjoy for half a day or more, making it a very popular spot for rainy days in Tokyo. Easy access and proximity to other Odaiba attractions are also part of its appeal.

Address

東京都江東区青海2-3-6

Access

Yurikamome line: Telecom Center Station, about 4 minutes on foot

Hours

10:00–17:00 (last admission 16:30)

Closed

Tuesdays (the following weekday when Tuesday is a holiday)

Admission

Adults ¥630; free for those 18 and under

Reservations

Not required (some exhibits require advance reservation)

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Planetarium有楽町

コニカミノルタプラネタリアTOKYO

This is an urban planetarium located on the 9th floor of Yurakucho Marion. The star-filled sky reproduced with the latest projection technology offers an extraordinary experience even on rainy days. It’s easy to combine with sightseeing in the Ginza and Hibiya areas, making it suitable for dates or outings with friends. Multiple programs are shown, so it’s recommended to check the details on the official website before your visit.

Address

東京都千代田区有楽町2-5-1 有楽町マリオン9F

Access

JR “有楽町駅” Central Exit, about 1 min on foot

Hours

11:00–21:00 (varies depending on the start time of the last show)

Closed

Follows the facility’s schedule

Admission

Varies by program (see official website)

Reservation

Advance reservation recommended

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コニカミノルタプラネタリアTOKYOの星空投影
チームラボボーダレスの没入型デジタルアート空間

Digital Art麻布台

Mori Building Digital Art Museum: Epson teamLab Borderless

An immersive digital art museum by teamLab that relocated and reopened in Azabudai Hills. Borderless artworks expand beyond spaces, offering a different experience with every visit. One of Tokyo’s premier indoor attractions, it can be enjoyed for hours even on rainy days. Admission tickets must be purchased in advance, so be sure to reserve on the official website.

Address

東京都港区麻布台1-2-4 麻布台ヒルズ ガーデンプラザB

Access

Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line “Kamiyacho Station,” about 5 min on foot

Hours

10:00–22:00 (last entry 21:00)

Closed days

Irregular

Admission

Adults ¥3,200 and up (varies by season)

Reservation

Advance ticket purchase required

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Culture & MuseumSumida City / Asakusabashi

Tokyo Origami Museum

A museum dedicated to origami where you can enjoy exhibitions, shopping, and hands-on activities all in one place. Origami works from around the world and traditional Japanese origami are on display, and at the experience corner you can try folding origami yourself. It’s easy to combine with sightseeing in the Asakusabashi area and is recommended for those who wish to experience traditional Japanese culture. Affordable admission makes it easy to drop by.

Address

東京都墨田区本所1-31-5

Access

JR Sobu Line “Asakusabashi Station” West Exit, about 10 minutes on foot / Toei Asakusa Line “Asakusabashi Station” Exit A1, about 10 minutes on foot

Hours

9:30–18:00

Closed days

Monday (following weekday if Monday is a national holiday)

Admission

Adults ¥300

Reservation

Not required

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東京おりがみミュージアムの折り紙展示
すみだ和ガラス館の江戸切子展示

Craft & MuseumSumida City / Oshiage

Sumida Japanese Glass Museum

A museum where you can view and experience Japanese glass crafts, including Edo Kiriko. In addition to admiring delicate artisan works up close, there are plenty of hands-on programs. It’s easy to combine with sightseeing in the Tokyo Skytree area and perfect for a downtown visit on a rainy day. Edo Kiriko pieces are also available as souvenirs.

Address

1-19-8 Azumabashi, Sumida City, Tokyo

Access

Tobu Skytree Line / Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line, Oshiage Station (Exit A1), about 3 minutes on foot

Hours

10:00〜18:00

Closed

Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Admission

Free (hands-on programs charged separately)

Reservations

Advance reservations recommended for hands-on programs

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Culture & Experience市谷

Ichigaya-no-Mori Book and Typography Museum

An exhibition and hands-on facility where you can experience the history and culture of printing and letterpress. Housed in a building that once served as a printing company’s factory, it features popular letterpress demonstrations and workshops. Ideal not only for those interested in books, printing, and making things, but also for visitors who want to enjoy the atmosphere of a historic building. Visits are by reservation, so please check the official website in advance.

Address

1-1-1 Ichigaya-Kagacho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo

Access

JR Chuo–Sobu Line, Ichigaya Station, about 10 minutes on foot

Hours

10:00〜18:00 (last entry 17:30)

Closed

Mondays and Tuesdays (the following weekday if a public holiday)

Admission

Free

Reservations

Advance reservation required (via the official website)

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市谷の杜 本と活字館の活版印刷展示
SNOOPY MUSEUM TOKYOの展示空間

Character Museum南町田グランベリーパーク

SNOOPY MUSEUM TOKYO

Japan’s only official museum where you can immerse yourself in the world of Snoopy. Original drawings, three-dimensional exhibits, and photo spots are plentiful, making it enjoyable not only for Snoopy fans but also for first-time visitors. Located within Minami-machida Grandberry Park, it’s ideal for a full day out combined with shopping and dining. You can spend the whole day indoors even on rainy days.

Address

東京都町田市鶴間3-1-1 南町田グランベリーパーク內

Access

Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line “南町田グランベリーパーク駅”, about 3 minutes on foot

Hours

10:00〜18:00 (last admission 17:30)

Closed

Tuesdays (the following weekday if a public holiday)

Admission

Adults ¥2,000 and up (varies by exhibition)

Reservations

Advance reservation recommended

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Nature Museum高尾山口

TAKAO 599 MUSEUM

This is a free museum themed around the nature and ecosystems of Mount Takao. It features extensive exhibits of specimens and video displays of the flora and fauna that inhabit Mount Takao, allowing you to enjoy its nature even on rainy days when hiking is difficult. There is also an on-site cafe, providing a relaxing space. Just a 2-minute walk from Takaosanguchi Station, it offers convenient access and can serve as a starting point for sightseeing on Mount Takao.

Address

東京都八王子市高尾町2435-3

Access

Keio Line "Takaosanguchi Station," about 2 minutes on foot

Hours

8:00–17:00 (Apr–Nov) / 8:00–16:00 (Dec–Mar)

Closed

Open year-round

Admission

Free

Reservations

Not required

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TAKAO 599 MUSEUMの自然展示
HADO ARENAのARスポーツ体験

Indoor ActivityOdaiba

HADO ARENA

A facility where you can experience “HADO,” an indoor sport using AR technology. You wear a head-mounted display and enjoy team battles in this new kind of activity. It’s great for groups and families, letting you stay active and have fun even on rainy days. Located inside DiverCity Tokyo Plaza in Odaiba, it’s convenient to combine with nearby sightseeing.

Address

東京都江東区青海1-1-10 ダイバーシティ東京 プラザ2F

Access

Yurikamome "Tokyo Teleport Station," about 3 minutes on foot

Hours

10:00–21:00

Closed

No fixed closing days (subject to the facility)

Price

500 yen per game and up (set plans available)

Reservation

Not required (wait times during busy periods)

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Enjoy Tokyo sightseeing even on rainy days

The nine places introduced here are all fully indoor facilities that can be comfortably enjoyed even on rainy days. Tokyo’s indoor spots offer a wide variety—including museums, hands-on facilities, and activities—so you can choose according to your time and purpose. Please use this as a reference for sightseeing in Tokyo during the rainy season or sudden rainy days. For the latest information, hours, and prices for each spot, please check the store pages on Gurutto Tokyo.

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