A museum in Takarazuka, where Osamu Tezuka, the "God of Manga," spent his childhood and youth. The interior is designed around the worlds of Tezuka's works, with a library where you can read them and an "Animation Workshop" where you can try making animation. It is selected as a facility in the 88 Anime Spots.
Official site ↗📍 Takarazuka, Hyogo
A museum presenting Osamu Tezuka's achievements and the worlds of his works; displays of major characters and the library of Tezuka's manga are popular.
⚠️ The Animation Workshop activities may change, so check the official website.
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Places are based on information from local governments, tourism associations, official sources of each work and the Anime Tourism Association. Limited-time collaborations, prices and opening hours are not listed — please check each official site before you go.
Checked: 2026-10-14
