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Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall

Name: Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall
Address: 1-chōme-6-2 Higashikawasakichō, Chuo Ward, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0044, Japan
Rating: 4.1

4.1 (200)・Amusement Park・Amusement Center・Tourist Attraction・Museum・Point Of Interest・Establishment

The Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall is a delightful destination for families and fans of Anpanman, one of Japan's most beloved children's characters. Located in the vibrant city of Kobe, this museum offers a fun and interactive experience that brings the world of Anpanman to life.

Anpanman, a superhero with a head made of anpan (a sweet bread filled with red bean paste), was created by Takashi Yanase and has been a favorite among Japanese children since the 1970s. The museum features a variety of attractions, including themed play areas, interactive exhibits, and live performances that engage children and spark their imaginations.

One of the highlights of the museum is the life-sized replica of Anpanman's world, where kids can explore familiar settings from the anime, meet their favorite characters, and even participate in Anpanman's heroic adventures. The museum also has a bakery that sells freshly baked anpan and other character-themed treats, adding a delicious touch to the visit.

Adjacent to the museum is a mall filled with shops offering Anpanman merchandise, from toys to clothing, making it easy for visitors to take a piece of the magic home.

Hours:

Mon-Fri: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Sat-Sun & Holidays: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Closed:

No closing days

Available:

All year

Minimum Age:

All ages welcome.

Fees:

2,000 yen to 2,500 yen

Hours

Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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

Phone

+81 78-341-8855

Website

www.kobe-anpanman.jp

The area

Address

1-chōme-6-2 Higashikawasakichō, Chuo Ward, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0044, Japan

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What other travelers are saying about Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall

I took my family here after growing up as a child with Anpanman. It brought back a lot of nostalgia and was an amazing time for my children. It was super crowded though so prepare for that, BUT the staff and overall experience were top notch!

Sam Waterman

Jul 8, 2024

The place is awesome and suitable for young kids who love Anpaman. Entry ticket cost 2000 yen but they do have some discounts for kids and the ones who are vaccinated. My kids who are 12 and 14, didn’t want to enter as they found the place boring, however, we managed to have some anpaman breads with characters and different flavors. Kids enjoyed it. The place has some other entertainment varieties and connected to Mosaic mall with lots of eateries and stores around. Ferry wheels is good but it’s only a short ride. Wish if it were longer. Located next to the harbour, you can enjoy the sea and ships views with beautiful mountains backdrops.

Aisha C

Dec 13, 2022

For 2,000 yen per person over 1, I was really expecting a better experience. For the most part this is basically a glorified indoor playground. It does have a few cool things like a meet and greet with Anpanman and a quick 10 minute show, but overall quite disappointing.

Charlie Ni

May 24, 2023

Arrived at 16:45, and I went to buy a ticket for the museum- done the research forehead as well. However, the box office people were reluctant to sell the ticket because there would be no meet and greet session and no shows for the day, and suggested me to go to the shop with free entrance fee, even though I’ve clearly said I would like to have a ticket to the museum. Some people just don’t understand there are human beings who prefer paying for the experience/good atmosphere over shopping for souvenirs. Ended up leaving directly since that’s what the worker suggested.

Tianqi Wang

Aug 5, 2024

My 2 year old loved it and still talks about it months later. She loves seeing photos from the day too. The museum is ideal for those with kids who are already into Anpanman. They can do the kid version of nerding out on all the characters etc. I even want to say it’s a must-see for kids who are into it. It might not be so much fun if you don’t know the characters well. The live show was great and so was the restaurant and shop area. Lots of other little features and places enjoyed by my daughter. All in all a great day out but not cheap at all! Best to take the whole day and make the most of it.