■Global Gallery

3 F	ComPaSS
	Animals of the Earth
2 F	Investigation Technology for the Earth
	Progress in Science and Technology
1 F	Navigators on History of Earth
	Biodiversity
B 1 F	Evolution of Life
B 2 F	Evolution of Life
B 3 F	Exploring the Structure of Nature

■Japan Gallery

3 F -S	Nature of the Japanese Islands
3 F -N	History of the Japanese Islands
2 F -S	Organisms of the Japanese Islands
2 F -N	Japanese People and Nature
1 F -S	Techniques in Observing Nature

Part of the Global Gallery 2F will be temporarily closed from Tuesday, March 3, 2026,
following the renovation of the Japan Gallery's South Wing (1F).

At the Global Environment Detector, images and data showing fluctuations here on Earth are introduced in semi-real-time. There are many interactive displays making it possible to instinctively experience the physics related to light and magnetism, which are the foundation of observation technology.And geomagnetism and magnetic fields are explained through familiar phenomena such as compass.

－Human Design and Creativity－

As civilization has evolved, curiosity has taken the form of a meticulous pursuit of knowledge. For instance, rough stone tools eventually were developed into precision machinery. The rapid progress of science has made our lives more convenient and comfortable; simultaneously creating new problems such as air and water pollution. This exhibit showcases some Japanese inventions from the Edo period onwards. As you can see from these inventions, Japanese culture maintains its unique identity and its close communion with nature, while at the same time having interaction with foreign cultures. An understanding of science and technology in Japan can help guide our future.