Heiseikan
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Features of the Heiseikan
- The building can become crowded during special exhibitions and events because the special exhibition gallery is on the second floor and the auditorium is on the first floor. It is relatively empty when no exhibitions or events are being held. There are no seats in the exhibition rooms, but seating is available in the hallways and the lounge. Vending machines are located in the lounge, where eating and drinking are allowed. No sensory map is available for the second floor, as conditions change depending on the exhibition.
[Sound information]
- It will become noisy when it gets crowded, as the high ceiling causes sounds to echo in some places. Faint sounds can be heard from the air-conditioning and other equipment. Regular and special announcements are made through speakers installed throughout the building.
[Light information]
- To protect the artworks, the exhibition rooms are kept dimly lit. However, brightness varies according to the room, as the lighting is adjusted to suit each exhibit. The entrance and lounge receive natural light, which creates a bright environment. There are digital displays in some places in the building.
<Notes on using the sensory maps>
- Sensory information such as light and sound levels may change depending on the special exhibition or event and factors such as crowdedness. Therefore, please note that the information provided on the maps may not necessarily reflect actual conditions.
- Click on the pop-up bubbles to view detailed information about each location.
Heiseikan 1F：Seating areas
Heiseikan 1F：Sound information
Heiseikan 1F：Light information
Heiseikan 2F：Seating areas
Heiseikan 2F：Sound information
Heiseikan 2F：Light information
1：Japanese Archaeology Gallery 2：Thematic Exhibition Room 3：Donors' Gallery 4：Orientation Room 5：Auditorium 6：Lecture Room
Regular announcements
- At 12:00, a chime will sound to indicate that it is noon.
- At 4:30 pm, an announcement will inform visitors that the museum will close in 30 minutes.
- At 5:00 pm, an announcement will inform visitors that the museum has closed.
(Note) The times for the announcements made 30 minutes before closing and at closing will differ on days when the museum is open late.