[Komaki] Komaki Children's Miraikan, a Free Playground Perfect for Family Outings!

" Komaki Children's Miraikan " is a children's house in Komaki City where children can have fun and find their own learning through a variety of play and experiences. In addition to playground equipment such as athletic equipment, the facility also offers digital play, a drone experience, craft classes, and other activities that will change your image of a children's museum.

This time, we went to "Komaki Children's Miraikan" which is recommended for going out with children!

*Information is current at the time of the interview.
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What is Komaki Children's Miraikan?

The children's center, which was originally located in Komaki City, has moved to the commercial building "Rapio" in front of "Komaki Station" on the Meitetsu Komaki Line and will open in March 2021.

A variety of play and learning contents are maintained according to the target age. The three floors from the 2nd to the 4th floor are connected by an atrium with a symbolic tree that symbolizes "Komaki Children's Miraikan".

The floor is staffed by qualified nursery school teachers and licensed teachers, who provide professional support for a wide range of childcare issues. The space is designed to allow children to stretch out and play freely.

Fee and Usage Guide

There is an admission ticket vending machine at the entrance. On weekdays, people who do not live in Komaki City are also free. On-site registration is required only for the first time.

[Facility admission fee]
Those who have an address in Komaki City: Free
Those who live outside Komaki City: Weekdays: Free
Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays: 400 yen for adults and children (over 1 year old)
*Includes long school holidays such as spring vacation, summer vacation, and winter vacation.

In addition to coin-operated lockers, there are plenty of free lockers, so you can easily concentrate on playing.

Facility usage hours/reservations

[Part 1] 10:00 to 12:30
[Part 2] 14:00-17:30 (closes at 18:00 from spring vacation to September)
*It is a two-part exchange system, and reservations are required in advance for those who live outside Komaki City to use it on holidays (including long-term school holidays).
*On weekdays, you can enter up to the capacity without reservations (first-come-first-served basis).

▼ Click here for Komaki Children's Miraikan Reservation System
https://webentry.net/kodomomiraikan/
* Compatible only with smartphones and tablets (cannot be accessed from a PC).

▼ Click here for details on facility use
http://www.city.komaki.aichi.jp/admin/soshiki/kodomomirai/tasedaipuraza/zigyousuisin/kodomomiraikan/index.html

The 3rd floor is a place where you can play with your body
and enjoy lectures of various genres

3rd floor entrance. You can enter from each floor.

“Taiken (experience) Hiroba” where new learning can be found

The “Experience Hiroba” is full of attractive courses where you can find new learning that you cannot experience at school or at home. Each course is led by university professors and specialist outside instructors, and nurtures children's curiosity and inquisitiveness through experiences in various genres such as handicrafts, art, and music.

"Huge crafts" popular with small children

A huge cardboard object car. Adults and children alike are fascinated by the elaborate craftsmanship, such as opening the door to get on, turning the steering wheel, and changing the tires.

A section where you can enjoy crafts tailored to small children. The content changes regularly, so no matter how many times you come, you will be excited.

For elementary school students and older, there is a corner where they can freely choose their own materials and enjoy making crafts. It is also interesting to see what your friends have made.

Playable crafts made by the staff. It will be a hint for your home time with your children.

"Programming Lab" is a popular course that incorporates new technology

We also recommend courses tailored to the children of the future, such as courses using iPads, programming, and drone experience.

In addition, the “Interaction Experience CAMP” is held with the cooperation of supporters, where children can enjoy participating.

▼ Click here for details on the “Experience Plaza”
https://miraikan.org/taikenhiroba/

“Asobi Hiroba” where you can use your five senses to build your body

Have a great time playing hide and seek! "Castle in the Sky"

Athletic with a castle-like design inspired by clouds and the sky.

The interior and surroundings are like a maze, and you can play with your head and body at full speed.

"Digital Lab" that makes you want to take pictures

In Digital Lab 1, a sparkling fireworks display is produced when a prepared ball is hit against the wall.

A popular attraction that can be enjoyed visually while running around. It is sure to be a photo-worthy attraction!

At Digital Lab 2, you can experience a new kind of play using digital technology as if it were a game.

Cloud-like dome trampoline “Fuwafuwa Kumo”

A cute trampoline that looks like a cloud floating on the sky blue floor. Take off your shoes and jump to your heart's content! (This service can be used up to the third grade of elementary school.)

A wooden "Athletic" where you can feel the warmth of nature

The colorful climbing wall is designed so that you can climb in various ways and use your body to your heart's content.

On the swaying suspension bridge, some children were careful to watch their feet as they crossed. They looked happy when they were able to cross.

It's indoors, so you can spend your time without worrying about the weather, even on rainy or hot days.