2026 Special Exhibition: Godzilla – THE ART (70th Anniversary)

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Why You Should Visit

A special exhibition celebrating Godzilla's 70th anniversary at Kobe Yukari no Bijutsukan. Around 20 contemporary artists from Japan and abroad present paintings, sculptures, video works, and more inspired by Godzilla. Officially authorized by Toho, the show bridges pop culture and fine art. Special tickets with a collectible figure or a HAZE original T-shirt are also available.

Essentials

location

Kobe Yukari no Bijutsukan (Higashinada, Kobe)

period

July 5, 2026 (Sun) - September 6, 2026 (Sun)

Time

10:00–17:00 (Last admission 16:30)

cost

General ¥2,000 (advance ¥1,800) / University students ¥1,000 (advance ¥900) / High school and under free / Age 65+ ¥1,000 / Disability certificate holders and one caregiver free

Links

Official Website

Advance tickets save you money — ¥200 off general, ¥100 off students (on sale until July 4).

TICKET

Book online tickets for smooth entry on the day.

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access

About 3 min walk from Rokko Liner Island Center Station
Transfer to Rokko Liner from JR Sumiyoshi or Hanshin Uozaki Station (approx. 5–8 min)
Paid on-site parking available

There are 3 public restrooms within a 8-minute walk of Kobe Yukari no Bijutsukan (Higashinada, Kobe). The map shows each with its walking time.

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NOTE

Closed Days

Closed Mondays (open July 20), closed Tuesday July 21

Tickets

Advance tickets available until July 4 (Sat):

Ticket Pia (7-Eleven) P-code: 687-454
Lawson Ticket (Lawson / Ministop) L-code: 54150
CN Playguide (FamilyMart)
e+
Seven Ticket (7-Eleven) Seven-code: 115-264

Special Tickets

With collectible figure: ¥6,220
With HAZE original T-shirt: ¥9,300

Discount Notes

University and high school students must present a valid student ID at the entrance
Kobe residents aged 65 and over pay ¥1,000 with proof of address and age
Disability certificate holders (physical, mental, or intellectual) and one caregiver enter free

FAQ

Is admission free for high school students and under?

Yes, free for high school students and younger (student ID required at entry). University students pay ¥1,000 on the day or ¥900 in advance, with student ID required.

Where can I buy advance tickets?

Available at Ticket Pia, Lawson Ticket, CN Playguide, e+, and Seven Ticket (advance sales end July 4). Special tickets with a collectible figure or HAZE original T-shirt are also available.

How do I get to the venue?

About 3 minutes on foot from Rokko Liner Island Center Station. Transfer to the Rokko Liner from JR Sumiyoshi or Hanshin Uozaki Station. Paid parking is also available on site.

When is the museum closed?

Closed every Monday (except July 20, which is open). Also closed on Tuesday, July 21.

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