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The Hokkaido University Museum (with baby)

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How Baby-Friendly is The Hokkaido University Museum?

79%Baby-Friendly
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What makes it 79% Baby-Friendly: Infants are welcome, stroller loans, diaper tables, and a nursing room ease care, but delicate exhibits offer minimal stimulation and require quiet, so comfort is high while engagement is modest.

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Reviews4.5/ 5
(from 2,873 reviews)

Positives:

  • Full Accessibility: Barrier-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible restrooms make moving a stroller easy.
  • Baby-Friendly Facilities: Nursing room and diaper-changing stations are clean and free to use.

Challenges:

  • No Play Area: There are no dedicated play spaces; exhibits may not engage infants.
  • Crowded Corridors: Hallways can narrow during peak times, making stroller navigation tight.
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What is The Hokkaido University Museum?

  • A campus museum affiliated with Hokkaido University, housed in a renovated Meiji-era Rikukan building on the Sapporo campus
  • A repository for over three million specimens and academic materials, including fossils, minerals, zoological and botanical collections
  • A research institution preserving historical and contemporary studies, from university archives to cutting-edge scientific findings

What is so special about The Hokkaido University Museum for with baby?

  1. Stroller-friendly layout with ramps and elevators
  2. Clean nursing room and diaper-changing facilities on two floors
  3. Free admission lets you spend without worry
  4. Giant skeleton exhibits offer memorable photo spots
  5. Quiet lounges provide feeding and nap breaks for babies

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Enough time to explore exhibits and take breaks with baby.

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Baby-Friendly Activities in The Hokkaido University Museum

Life-Size Skeleton Exhibit:

View woolly mammoth and Holstein bull skeletons at child height.

Tip: Use the stroller-friendly path and pause for photos close to the displays.

Barrier-Free Exploration:

Navigate all floors with your stroller via ramps and elevators.

Tip: Borrow a free stroller at reception to move through narrow exhibit halls.

Quiet Lounge Break:

Relax in the first-floor lounge to feed or nap your baby.

Tip: Bring a small blanket; free Wi-Fi lets adults browse on mobile devices.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to The Hokkaido University Museum

  1. Arrive Early: Visit at opening time to enjoy exhibits before crowds arrive.
  2. Check Stroller Stock: Confirm stroller availability at reception to avoid waiting.
  3. Use Coin Lockers: Store diaper bags in refundable lockers for hands-free exploring.
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Reviews of The Hokkaido University Museum

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Jeff McD

Jeff McD

Aug 2025

When we came here, they had a special exhibit combining beautifully preserved insects with their print counterparts in illustrated scientific publications. Super nice! Entrance is free and lots of information available. Although most are in Japanese, it's still a nice museum in the middle of the city.

Patority

Patority

Jul 2025

I was pleasently surprised! Tbh I expected way less! Every department has kind of it‘s own exhibition. So you can see a variety of different science fields in this museum, from animals, over dinosaurs, medicine, geology, culture studies… Also most exhibitions offer english information. Great museum, especially when considering it‘s free!

kyczzz

kyczzz

Jun 2025

A pretty good museum that admits anyone free of charge. Besides history of the university, the museum is a collection of various categories of items likely from efforts of the many different departments of the university. You could easily spend 1 hour in there if you take your time to look through most rooms, spread over 3 floors. Pretty accessible from Sapporo JR station ~ 10 minutes walk.

Nix

Nix

May 2025

We went to see the Gingko Trees at the University but actually enjoyed the Museum as well. There are some interactive exhibitions inside. It’s also free to enter. The ice cream is really good!!

Tommy On

Tommy On

Apr 2025

Free admission in the middle of campus. 3 floors with a nice variety of stuff to see. You got the uni's history, biology, space, science, medicines (pharmaceutical and diseases), archeology, anatomy, insects, minerals/rocks, and more. There is a mildew smell when entering the building, so you might need to get used to that. Small gift shop and cafe at the end. Included edible insects for sale.

When is the best time to visit The Hokkaido University Museum (Sapporo, Japan)?

Ideal on cold or rainy days as all exhibits are indoors. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends for stroller access.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Admission (free)JPY 0
Stroller rental (optional)JPY 0
Café snackJPY 500
Total EstimatedJPY 500

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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Map of The Hokkaido University Museum

Address: 8 Chome Kita 10 Jonishi, Kita Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0810, Japan

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About The Hokkaido University Museum

Opening Hours

Monday:Closed
Tuesday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

Official Website

Phone Number

+81 11-706-2658

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