Antarctic Museum and Former Research Ship Fuji (with baby)
How Baby-Friendly is Antarctic Museum and Former Research Ship Fuji?
What makes it 40% Baby-Friendly: Infants enter free and outside deck views allow stroller use, but onboard stairs force caregivers to carry baby, no private nursing room exists, and stroller parking is mandatory.
Positives:
- Free infant entry: Children under school age enter at no cost.
- Stroller parking: Free designated stroller area at the ship’s entrance.
Challenges:
- Narrow corridors: Strollers cannot enter the ship’s interior passages.
- No private nursing room: Onboard lacks dedicated nursing or bottle-prep spaces.
What is Antarctic Museum and Former Research Ship Fuji?
- A maritime museum housed aboard the decommissioned Japanese icebreaker Fuji, permanently moored at Nagoya Port
- Exhibits that preserve the ship’s original Antarctic research facilities, from the navigation bridge and engine room to crew quarters and laboratory spaces
- A hybrid structure combining the steel-hulled vessel and its on-deck equipment, including the Sikorsky helicopter once deployed for polar surveys
What is so special about Antarctic Museum and Former Research Ship Fuji for with baby?
- Free exterior views of the former icebreaker Fuji
- Complimentary boarding certificate keepsake
- Short immersive theater show for quick engagement
- Stroller parking and baby-friendly restrooms nearby
- Ideal 1-2 hour visit fit for a family with a baby
Note: Antarctic Museum and Former Research Ship Fuji is 40% Baby-Friendly. You may want to consider other Baby-Friendly Things to Do in Nagoya for a more suitable experience.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Short tour of the deck and theater fits a baby’s schedule and avoids crowd fatigue.
Baby-Friendly Activities in Antarctic Museum and Former Research Ship Fuji
Admire Fuji’s exterior from the pier:
Walk around the ship’s hull and helicopter display.
Tip: Use the open space to move your stroller freely and snap family photos with the bright orange ship.
Collect your boarding certificate:
Receive a complimentary keepsake at the entrance.
Tip: Ask staff for a second copy so each adult can have one.
Watch the Gokukan Dramatic Theater:
Enjoy a 5–10 minute video showing Antarctic ice and wildlife.
Tip: Sit near the aisle for quick exit if your baby gets restless.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Antarctic Museum and Former Research Ship Fuji
- Store stroller before boarding: Leave it in the parking area to ease movement inside.
- Visit mid-morning: Avoid afternoon crowds and have access to baby-rest areas.
- Combine with nearby aquarium: Walk 5 minutes to Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium for full baby-care facilities.
Reviews of Antarctic Museum and Former Research Ship Fuji
Ken Huang
Underrated attraction, enjoyed the visit. Spent about a half hour to an hour there.
Christa Dandoy
Easy way to spend just under an hour and they have free wifi. But I enjoyed walking through the ship and the whole pier area.
Jason Hung
This is the real thing that actually went to Antarctica. Can't imagine how harsh the mission was with limited technology and supplies. Respect to the explorers and scientists.
Redstar Räphy
Amazing museum about Japanese Antarctica expeditions for just 300yen. The museum is inside an actual icebreaker that was used in antarctic expeditions about 60 years ago. It is a great experience to visit such a historic ship. If you liked the anime "A place further than the universe", then definitely visit 👍
Jonathan Ng
Lovely little museum ship, the second commissioned for Japanese Antarctic expeditions. Has a nice little museum on board and also an old helicopter. I came of a rainy day, so sadly the bridge was off limits. Still lots to see and do! get the ticket with the observation deck and the maritime museum, a steal at 710 JPY for all three! I came during golden week and it still wasn't crowded. p.s. you ...
When is the best time to visit Antarctic Museum and Former Research Ship Fuji (Nagoya, Japan)?
In summer, bring a sunshade and water for the pier. In winter, dress warmly for strong winds on deck.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| 2 adult admission | JPY 600 |
| baby admission | JPY 0 |
| Total Estimated | JPY 600 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: Japan, 〒455-0033 Aichi, Nagoya, Minato Ward, Minatomachi, 1−９ 名古屋港ｶﾞｰﾃﾞﾝふ頭
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