Visit planetarium shows at Bando Science Museum
Kobe, Japan • INR 352 approx.• 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Apr, Jul, Dec
11°C – 19°C, april in kobe is mild, with average temperatures around 15°c, high crowds, peak season
11°C – 19°C, april in kobe is mild, with average temperatures around 15°c, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Fully accessible; wheelchairs and scooters welcome.
Fully accessible; wheelchairs and scooters welcome.
Value for money
Medium
Admission fees are reasonable for the experience provided.
Admission fees are reasonable for the experience provided.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Great Planetarium
Couples loved the relaxing seats and starry projections. Very romantic and educational!
Interactive Exhibits
Engaging exhibits for all ages, perfect for couples wanting a fun day out together.
Easy Accessibility
Couples found the museum easy to access via public transport. A stress-free experience.
Limited English
Visitors noted the lack of English descriptions made the experience less engaging.
Not Very
Some couples felt the exhibits, while fun, weren't especially romantic or intimate.
Planetarium Shows
The planetarium shows were only in Japanese. This was a disappointment for some couples.
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Hours of operation
Monday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
-
Thursday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM - 7:00 PM
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
6-10°C
December in Kobe marks the onset of winter, with temperatures ranging from 5.5°C to 10.1°C. The city experiences light snowfall, averaging 10mm over 3 days, and reduced rainfall of 43mm over 15.6 days.
December in Kobe marks the onset of winter, with temperatures ranging from 5.5°C to 10.1°C. The city experiences light snowfall, averaging 10mm over 3 days, and reduced rainfall of 43mm over 15.6 days.
Open
Potential closures or altered schedules during holiday periods; it's advisable to check the museum's official website for updates.
Potential closures or altered schedules during holiday periods; it's advisable to check the museum's official website for updates.
Recommended
December brings festive events like the Kobe Luminarie, attracting many visitors. While the weather is colder, the indoor environment of the Bando Science Museum provides a comfortable experience.
December brings festive events like the Kobe Luminarie, attracting many visitors. While the weather is colder, the indoor environment of the Bando Science Museum provides a comfortable experience.
January
LOW
1-8°C
January in Kobe is cold, with average temperatures around 5°C. Precipitation is relatively low, with an 18% chance of rain on an average day.
January in Kobe is cold, with average temperatures around 5°C. Precipitation is relatively low, with an 18% chance of rain on an average day.
Open
No significant restrictions; however, it's advisable to check for any holiday closures around New Year's.
No significant restrictions; however, it's advisable to check for any holiday closures around New Year's.
Recommended
January offers a quiet and uncrowded experience at the Bando Science Museum. The cold weather makes indoor activities like the planetarium shows particularly appealing.
January offers a quiet and uncrowded experience at the Bando Science Museum. The cold weather makes indoor activities like the planetarium shows particularly appealing.
February
LOW
2-10°C
February remains cold in Kobe, with average temperatures around 6°C. Precipitation is slightly higher than January, with a 20% chance of rain on an average day.
February remains cold in Kobe, with average temperatures around 6°C. Precipitation is slightly higher than January, with a 20% chance of rain on an average day.
Open
No significant restrictions; standard operating hours apply.
No significant restrictions; standard operating hours apply.
Recommended
February's cold weather and low crowd levels make it an excellent time to enjoy the planetarium shows without the hassle of large crowds.
February's cold weather and low crowd levels make it an excellent time to enjoy the planetarium shows without the hassle of large crowds.
March
MEDIUM
5-13°C
March sees a gradual warming in Kobe, with average temperatures around 9°C. The chance of precipitation increases to 25%.
March sees a gradual warming in Kobe, with average temperatures around 9°C. The chance of precipitation increases to 25%.
Open
No significant restrictions; however, it's advisable to check for any special events that might affect operating hours.
No significant restrictions; however, it's advisable to check for any special events that might affect operating hours.
Recommended
March offers a balance between pleasant weather and manageable crowd levels. It's a good time to visit before the peak tourist season begins.
March offers a balance between pleasant weather and manageable crowd levels. It's a good time to visit before the peak tourist season begins.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Metro
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Car
Taxi
Train
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required