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Ghibli Museum and Ghibli Film Appreciation Bus Tour

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Overview

Available languages

English

8 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Step into the world of Studio Ghibli on this full-day guided bus tour. Begin with a Japanese-style lunch - choose between a standard or vegetarian set menu - before exploring the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum, where nostalgic streetscapes evoke scenes from Spirited Away. Then, enjoy exclusive access to the Ghibli Museum in Mitaka, home to whimsical exhibits, original short films, and intricate architecture that reflect Hayao Miyazaki’s creative spirit. Each guest receives a Ghibli teacup as a souvenir. This tour also supports sustainable travel through certified J-Credits. Perfect for animation lovers and those seeking a deeper cultural experience.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

This is a special tour for international visitors. Please understand that residents of Japan cannot make bookings for this tour

The tour will be canceled if Ghibli Museum is closed due to unforeseen circumstances

When the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum is closed, you will visit Jindaiji Temple or Takahata Fudoson Temple instead

Participants may not go directly to the destination on their own, and may not join the tour midway. Leaving the tourmidway at Ghibli Museum is allowed. In such cases, customers must head to their next destination on their own fromGhibli Museum, and no refunds will be provided

Arrival times may be delayed by traffic conditions

The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter does not provide guidance inside Ghibli Museum. After arriving at Ghibli Museum, participants will have time to walk freely through the museum once entrance procedures are finished

Baby strollers cannot be taken into Ghibli Museum

Children 3 years of age and younger may join the tour, but they will not be provided with bus seats or meals

The lunch menu is subject to change

From October 1, 2025, a Japanese set menu lunch featuring seasonal ingredients will be served at Meiji Kinenkan or Tenkuunoniwa Hoshinonaruki. One soft drink is included. Vegetarian meals are available with advance booking. Changes to meal plans on the day are not accepted. Please book at least 10 days in advance. Note: seating may be separated for different meal selections

Requests for Muslim-friendly meals, Indian thali meals, and allergy-friendly meals are not accepted

Cameras are not allowed in Ghibli Museum

Parental permission in writing is necessary for all tour participants under the age of eighteen. Any participant under the age of fifteen or not yet enrolled in middle school must be joined by a parent or guardian on the tour

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What‘s Included

Round-trip transfer by air-conditioned coach

Admission fee for Ghibli Museum

Lunch

Admission fee for Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum

Professional guide (except during museum visits)

Guide in the museums

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

What To Expect

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Tokyo Prefecture

From October 1, 2025, enjoy a Japanese set menu lunch featuring seasonal ingredients at Meiji Kinenkan or Tenkuunoniwa Hoshinonaruki. One soft drink is included. Vegetarian meals are available with advance booking. Changes to meal plans on the day are not accepted. Please book at least 10 days in advance. Note: seating may be separated for different meal selections.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
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Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum

The Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum is an outdoor museum featuring historical structures with high cultural significance which have been moved to the museum from their original sites, recreated and preserved for exhibit. Walk down streets lined with colorful and intriguing buildings which evoke an atmosphere just like in the Studio Ghibli film, "Spirited Away." Instead of the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum, the tour may visit Jindai-ji Temple or Takahata Fudoson Temple.

1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Included

Options

With Standard Menu Lunch

Standard Lunch

With Vegetarian Lunch

Vegetarian Lunch

Reviews

4.52

450 reviews

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  • Such a magical experience...

    September T,

    Oct 13, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Such a magical experience inside. You're not allowed to take photos inside the building. Only on the outside. There is also a really cute 15 min film included with the admission. Will definitely go again.

  • This was a fun day. Our...

    Rebecca B,

    Oct 8, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    This was a fun day. Our tour guide gave information to the planes we visited & he was funny. The lunch was good. We really enjoyed the open air museum and Ghibli. The only suggestion I would give is to spend more time at the Open Air Museum. Thanks for a great day.

  • Great tour with perfect balance

    Prathmesh S,

    Oct 6, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The tour was wonderful- fro mother Buffet at this beautiful property, to the Open Air Musuem to finally Studio Ghibli musuem. 100% worth it since it takes away the stress from getting these elusive tickets.

  • The tour is very...

    JeanElie L,

    Oct 4, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The tour is very interesting, good food, nice Architectural museum, and Ghibli museum is incredible.

  • Amazing experience

    Kulsum Y,

    Sep 27, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The whole appreciation tour provided a context on Hayao Miyazaki’s thinking and imagination. I loved it as I got to understand how the amazing Studio Ghibli movies were conceptualised and made. A fantastic experience. Marie was very helpful, kind and funny. The luxurious Gajoen hotel where we stopped for lunch was another experience by itself. This tour was fantastic.

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