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2026.10.10

The National Hansen's Disease Museum
Information about our VR program

The The National Hansen's Disease Museum has introduced a new interactive program utilizing VR technology. Why not deepen your understanding of Issues related to leprosy through immersive visuals?

You can view in VR the concrete walls (Kikuchi Keifuen), holly hedges (Tama Zenshoen), and straits (Oku-Komyoen and Nagashima-Aiseien) that separated the sanatoriums from society, as well as the current state of Tama Zenshoen (photographed in December 2025).

Please review the following important notes before participating.

November 10th (Tuesday)

13:30-14:30 (3 screenings, approximately 10 minutes each)

*Due to the temporary closure of The National Hansen's Disease Museum for renovation work on its permanent exhibition (December 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027),
This will be the last event held this fiscal year.

Free admission, no prior registration required.
Capacity: Approximately 8 people per session


We regret that we cannot offer this experience to anyone who falls under any of the following categories.

• Children under 6 years old
• People under the influence of alcohol or drugs
People who are prone to motion sickness
• Individuals with abnormalities in the neck, back, lower back, or spine.
• Individuals with heart disease or abnormal blood pressure
• People undergoing treatment for fractures
・Pregnant women
• For those traveling with a newborn
• Individuals who have experienced seizures, impaired consciousness, or other adverse reactions to light stimulation.
• Others who have medical devices such as pacemakers, or who have concerns about worsening health.
*If you have a fear of heights or similar issues, please inform a staff member in advance.



The above information is subject to change without notice.

<<Contact Us>>
The National Hansen's Disease Museum Projects Division
4-1-13, Aoba-cho, Higashimurayama-shi, Tokyo 189-0002
Phone: 042-396-2909
*We are unable to provide service on days when the museum is closed. Please inquire in advance.