Ghibli Museum Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Ghibli Museum. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Tokyo Private VIP Guided Car Tour with Optional Airport Transfer

• 4-Day Tour in Tokyo, Mt. Fuji, Hakone, Yokohama, and Kamakura

• Private Customizable Tour in Tokyo

Admission tickets to the Ghibli Museum must be purchased in advance and cost ¥1,000 for adults, ¥700 for children ages 13 to 18, ¥400 for children ages 7 to 12, and ¥700 for children ages 4 to 6. Children 3 and under visit for free.

Yes. If you're a fan of Studio Ghibli films like "Spirited Away," "Princess Mononoke," and "Howl's Moving Castle," the Ghibli Museum should be top of your to-do list when in Tokyo. Ticket reservations are essential, and make sure to factor in travel time, too. The museum is located in suburban Tokyo, so consider visiting as part of a private tour with your own driver.

Per one customer who booked the  Tokyo Private VIP Guided Car Tour with Optional Airport Transfer, "Mickey was so sweet and provided our family with the perfect start to our Japan adventure. Our driver was very courteous and navigated the city safely. This is our first time in Japan, and we were able to fit so many fun experiences into one day. We had a lot of things we wanted to experience, and Mickey provided some additional recommendations that we were so glad we had the opportunity to see. We highly recommend this experience and hope we can come back to cook with Mickey someday!"

Yes, getting tickets to the Ghibli Museum can be very difficult and often sell out months in advance. A limited number of online tickets go on sale on the 10th of the month for the following month; you must book your ticket for a specific date and time. You can also buy tickets from travel agencies and select convenience stores in Japan.

It takes around 2.5 hours to tour the Ghibli Museum at a leisurely pace. There is no set course or itinerary for visitors, but many prefer to stay for 2–3 hours. However, the exact time can vary depending on individual interests and the crowd level during your visit.

Yes, staff at the Ghibli Museum will check your ID to ensure the name is the same as on the pre-purchased ticket. This policy is in place to combat scalping and ensure fair access to the museum.

No, photography and filming are not allowed inside the Ghibli Museum. Further, mobile phones must be switched off. The museum enforces a strict policy against capturing images or videos to protect the artwork and maintain the immersive experience for all visitors.

No, food and drink can’t be brought into the museum. The cafe has an outdoor deck where outside food and beverages can be consumed.

No, pets aren’t allowed at the Ghibli Museum. They have strict rules against bringing animals into the museum to maintain a clean and safe environment for all visitors. However, service dogs are permitted.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting the Ghibli Museum. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Tokyo:

• Tokyo Tower

• Senso-ji Temple

• Shibuya

• Tokyo Imperial Palace

• Meiji Shrine

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Tokyo.