Meguro Parasitological Museum
目黒寄生虫館
Meguro · near Meguro Station (JR Yamanote / Namboku / Mita / Meguro lines), ~12 min walk
A tiny, free, one-of-a-kind two-floor museum devoted entirely to parasites, with ~300 specimens on display including its famous 8.8-meter tapeworm and a gift shop of parasite-themed souvenirs.
Why children love it: The gross-out factor is a huge draw for curious older kids — real preserved specimens and the giant tapeworm are memorably icky and fascinating.
Honest drawbacks: Very small (a quick visit); graphic specimens may unsettle sensitive or very young children; limited English labeling; closed Mon–Tue.
- Best for
- Primary (5–11), Teens (12–17)
- Time to allow
- 1h
- Opening hours
- 10:00–17:00
- Price
- Free
- Booking
- Usually walk-in
- English
- ★★★☆☆
- Indoor / weather
- indoor · rainy-day ok
- Confidence
- Verified
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