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[Closed Down] The Little Prince Museum

Dive into the wonderful tale at the world’s first museum dedicated to the book “The Little Prince”!

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This spot is the world’s first ever museum dedicated to the worldwide beloved fairy tale, “The Little Prince”. It was opened June 29th, 1999 to celebrate 100 years since the birth of the story’s author, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry.

Visitors are met at the entrance by a miniature of The Little Prince at Asteroid B-612. Once inside, you’ll find the European Garden with a gorgeous array of flowers in bloom all year around, the Rose Garden filled with the prince’s favorite red roses, The Flower Garden of Christmas Roses with statues of the prince, a fox, and a sheep waiting inside. Next, take The King’s Street, lush with plenty of European-flair, and make your way to the Exhibition Hall and Projection Hall. There’s no need to worry if you don’t know the tale of The Little Prince. At the Projection Hall you’ll find recreations of the desert world and pieces that show you more about both the characters and author. At the Exhibition Hall you’ll learn about the author’s life as an aviator, and the life secrets that brought him to write The Little Prince.

Across the museum grounds you’ll find plenty to see, including recreations of the church and castle from the author’s boyhood. If you’re hungry, swing by Restaurant Le Petit Prince for a bite. The restaurant features a provincial French interior and dishes that celebrate different moments from the book! Explore this world for a full on dive into the wonderful world of The Little Prince.

Highlights

  • The first ever museum in the world based on the fairy tale, “The Little Prince”.
  • Home to restaurants featuring themed dishes reminiscent of the book.
  • Enjoy a European garden with fresh flowers that bloom all seasons of the year.
  • Explore the sprawling, French-style streets of Saint Exupéry.
  • The museum interior is entirely photogenetic.

Photos

  • A southern provincial style building and The Little Prince statue at Asteroid B-612 (Entrance)

    A southern provincial style building and The Little Prince statue at Asteroid B-612 (Entrance)

  • Roses, an essential part of the fairy tale, in bloom from late May to early July (Rose Garden)

    Roses, an essential part of the fairy tale, in bloom from late May to early July (Rose Garden)

  • See the author’s life story as told in 9 different stages. Explore recreations of each time period as they were (Exhibition Hall)

    See the author’s life story as told in 9 different stages. Explore recreations of each time period as they were (Exhibition Hall)

  • Explore an immersive walk through the route of the Prince, as shown by different characters in the tale (Exhibition Hall)

    Explore an immersive walk through the route of the Prince, as shown by different characters in the tale (Exhibition Hall)

  • The museum restaurant, filled wall to wall with provincial French flair from The Little Prince.

    The museum restaurant, filled wall to wall with provincial French flair from The Little Prince.

  • The restaurant feature dishes that celebrate moments from the story The Little Prince.

    The restaurant feature dishes that celebrate moments from the story The Little Prince.

Reviews

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  • 雪兒

    介紹小王子的故事由來還有一些展品,地方不大,外面的歐式庭園弄的還不錯。

  • 西華子

    以小王子童話為主題的花園,依照故事情節打造,就像走進童話世界裏。

  • Cookie Wu

    箱根地區有眾多的藝術、美術館,小王子算是比較特別的,進入到童話故事裡,可惜很多地方不能拍照。

  • 華美

    很無聊的地方20分鐘就逛完了。

  • Jack 文葉

    裡面有很詳細介紹小王子作者作品,建築和裝飾都弄得很別緻,喜愛小王子的人不要錯過這裡。

Details

Name in Japanese
星の王子さまミュージアム
Postal Code
250-0631
Address
909 Sengokuhara, Hakonemachi, Ashigarashimogun, Kanagawa
Tel
0460-86-3700
Admission (Tax incl.)
Adults 1,600 yen, Elementary/Middle School Students 700 yen, High School/University/Trade School Students(must have student ID)/Seniors(ages 65+) 1,100 yen. Toddlers and Infants admitted for free.
[Advance Tickets] Adults 1,400 yen, Elementary/Middle School Students 600 yen.
※ Museum hours may change due to inclement weather. Please note that entry tickets will not be refunded.
Museum Closures
Every 2nd Wednesday of the month (open every in March and August)
※ Museum remains open during new year holidays
Business Hours
10:00am-6:00pm(Admission allowed until 5:00pm)
※ Exhibition/Movie Hall hours: 10:00am–5:30pm
※ Please note that museum hours may be subject to change or early closure depending on weather conditions. Please check the official Twitter account for latest updates.
Access
(1) From the Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal (Busta Shinjuku), take the Odakyu Hakone Expressway Bus (Hakone Line) for approx. 120 mins. Get off at the Kawamukai Stop to arrive.
(2) From JR Odawara Station, take the Hakone Tozan Bus (towards Togendai) approx. 50 minutes. Get off at Kawamukai/Little Prince Museum bus stop to arrive.
(3) From Hakone Tozan Railway Hakone Yumoto Station, take the Hakone-Tozan Bus (towards Togendai) approx. 30 mins. Get off at Kawamukai/Little Prince Museum bus stop to arrive.
(4) From Hakone Tozan Railway Gora Station, take the sightseeing loop bus (bound for Shissei Kaen-mae) for approx. 18 mins. Get off at Kawamukai/Little Prince Museum bus stop to arrive.
Smoking
No smoking areas available ※There is a ash tray area at the parking lot.
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official Website
Official Website (English)