Future of Life +

⭐ That legendary Expo experience finally arrives in Tokyo. We can live the lives we truly want to live.
Posing the fundamental questions of "What is a human?" and "What is life?", this exhibition deeply resonates with the museum's seasonal theme: "Life as Culture." Crossing the boundaries between science and the humanities, this project confronts crucial questions of our existence. It offers people of all generations a fresh, intellectually stimulating experience that shakes the very roots of life.

Highlights
🤖 The futuristic story that captivated audiences at the Expo is recreated using a state-of-the-art theater production and space.
✨ A memorable, thought-provoking experience where science and philosophy melt together through all five senses.
💡 Specially reconfigured for MoN Takanawa, featuring a brand-new additional scenario to enjoy.

General Info
📅 Dates and Time: Saturday, July 25 – Friday, September 25, 2026 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM (Last entry at 7:50 PM)
*The 10:00 AM session will be conducted with English audio.
*Closed on Monday, August 3 during the Phase 1 period.
⏳ Duration: Approx. 45 minutes *Guests will experience the exhibition wearing headphones.
*Admission is on a first-come, first-served basis upon arrival. You may have to wait for entry during busy periods.
*Multiple groups will experience the venue simultaneously. Please enter following the instructions of the staff.
*To ensure smooth entry, please arrive before the entry deadline for your session.
*Please use the restroom before putting on the headphones.
*If you arrive late, you may have to wait before being admitted.
🎫 Ticket Sales Schedule:
Phase 1 (For July 25 – Aug 17): On sale from June 12 (Fri) at 12:00 PM
Phase 2 (For Aug 19 – Sept 7): On sale from August 4 (Tue) at 12:00 PM
Phase 3 (For Sept 9 – Sept 25): On sale from August 27 (Thu) at 12:00 PM
📍 Location: MoN Takanawa: The Museum of Narratives Box1000
👤 Age Requirement: All ages welcome. *Free admission for children aged 3 and under.
⚠️ Documents verifying your age or student status may be requested upon entry.
♿ Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible. If you wish to view from a wheelchair or require assistance, please contact (0570-022-030) before purchasing tickets.
❓ View the FAQs for this experience here.  

Description
Relive the wonder of the Expo. Approaching the question "What is life?" through cutting-edge android technology, this exhibition recreates the futuristic story that captivated audiences at the Expo within a state-of-the-art theater space. It is a memorable, deeply moving experience where science and philosophy intertwine through your five senses. Supervised by Hiroshi Ishiguro, a leading pioneer in robotics and android research, the exhibition has been specially reconfigured for MoN Takanawa. Blending science and the humanities, this project aligns perfectly with our museum's seasonal theme: "Life as Culture." In addition, a new scenario exploring "choices for the future of life" has been added to the story set 50 years in the future, expanding on the dialogue between the androids. Furthermore, visitors can now engage in conversations with an AI-powered android, offering an interactive and realistic experience. (*An additional dedicated ticket is required for the interactive dialogue experience with the android. Ticket details and sales methods will be announced soon).