Special Exhibition "Insect MANIAC"

Welcome to the MANIAC world of bugs!
Insects are the largest group of living organisms, accounting for over half of the reported species on Earth, with about 1 million species. This exhibition features a unique perspective from researchers at the National Museum of Nature and Science, showcasing a selection of niche insect specimens along with the latest insect research, exploring the astonishing diversity of "bugs*" including familiar insects like rhinoceros beetles and stag beetles, as well as spiders and centipedes. *In this exhibition, insects and other terrestrial arthropods are referred to as "bugs." ■Notes Related events for the Expo.
Map & Location
Osaka City Museum of Natural History, Nature Hall
In front of Nagai Botanical Garden (south of Nagai Park)
About 800m east from Exit 3 of the South Ticket Gate at "Nagai" station on the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line.
Details about Special Exhibition "Insect MANIAC"
- Date & Time
- 7/12(Sat)~9/23(Tue) 09:30~17:00
- Note
- Closed on July 14, 22, 28, August 4, 25, September 1, 8, and 16. Last entry is until 16:30. Depending on the congestion in the museum, admission controls such as ticket distribution may be implemented.
- Venue
- Osaka City Museum of Natural History, Nature Hall
- Address
- 1-23 Nagai Park, Higashisumiyoshi Ward, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture Flower, Greenery, and Nature Information Center, 2nd Floor
- Fee
- Admission fee: 1,800 yen for adults, 1,500 yen for high school and university students, 700 yen for elementary and junior high school students. *Preschoolers are free. Holders of disability certificates (including one caregiver) are free (proof required). High school and university students must present a student ID.
- parking
- South parking lot of Nagai Park and underground parking (paid)
- Access
- In front of Nagai Botanical Garden (south of Nagai Park)
- Access (Public)
- About 800m east from Exit 3 of the South Ticket Gate at "Nagai" station on the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line.
- Contact
- 06-4301-7285 (Osaka City General Call Center (Naniwa Call))
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