What are the opening hours of Special Exhibition: Sex in Nature (National Museum of Nature and Science)?

09:00–17:00 Check the official page for closed days and last admission.

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Special Exhibition: Sex in Nature (National Museum of Nature and Science)

Japanese title: 特別展「生きものたちの性」（国立科学博物館）

National Museum of Nature and Science (Ueno Sta.)

First special exhibition at the museum on sex in living things, from courtship to sex determination and diversity beyond male and female. 9:00-17:00; adults 2,300 yen. Closed most Mondays.

Dates: Oct 31 (Sat) – Feb 21 (Sun)
Time: 09:00–17:00
Price: Adults & university students 2,300 yen
Venue: National Museum of Nature and Science
Nearest station: Ueno Sta.

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About this event

The National Museum of Nature and Science's first special exhibition to deal head-on with "sex." In 5 chapters it covers differences between males and females, the many forms of courtship and mating, how sex is determined, how parenting is shared, and reproduction that does not rely on males and females, using taxidermy, specimens, video and audio. Supervised by the museum's researchers and others, and organized by the National Museum of Nature and Science, The Yomiuri Shimbun and Fuji Television.

Highlights

Compare male and female taxidermy of lions, sika deer, birds-of-paradise and more
Video and audio of courtship that attracts partners with dancing, singing and bright colors
Creatures whose sex is determined by temperature, and those that change sex as they grow
A rhinoceros beetle with male and female traits mixed in one body
Forms of reproduction beyond just males and females, such as asexual reproduction

Good for: People who want to learn about the wonders of animal bodies and behavior

Good to know

Because it includes sexual content, visitors are advised to understand the content before deciding to come
Elementary school children and younger must be accompanied by a guardian
On the day of your visit only, you can also see the permanent exhibitions (Global Gallery and Japan Gallery)
Entry may be limited when crowded. Free date-and-time reservations are recommended on weekends and holidays

Summarized from the official page and press materials.

Distance from major stations

From Ueno: 0.4 km, about 6 min on foot
From Uguisudani: 0.6 km, about 10 min on foot
From Inaricho: 0.8 km, about 13 min on foot
From Iriya: 0.8 km, about 13 min on foot

Distances are straight-line; times are rough estimates.

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FAQ

What is Special Exhibition: Sex in Nature (National Museum of Nature and Science)?: The National Museum of Nature and Science's first special exhibition to deal head-on with "sex." In 5 chapters it covers differences between males and females, the many forms of courtship and mating, how sex is determined, how parenting is shared, and reproduction that does not rely on males and females, using taxidermy, specimens, video and audio. Supervised by the museum's researchers and others, and organized by the National Museum of Nature and Science, The Yomiuri Shimbun and Fuji Television.
When is Special Exhibition: Sex in Nature (National Museum of Nature and Science)?: Oct 31 (Sat) – Feb 21 (Sun)
What are the opening hours of Special Exhibition: Sex in Nature (National Museum of Nature and Science)?: 09:00–17:00 Check the official page for closed days and last admission.
How much does Special Exhibition: Sex in Nature (National Museum of Nature and Science) cost?: Adults & university students 2,300 yen
Where is Special Exhibition: Sex in Nature (National Museum of Nature and Science) and what is the nearest station?: It is held at National Museum of Nature and Science. The nearest station is Ueno Sta..

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