Discover Niigata-linked manga artists and animation creators at the Niigata Manga Animation Information Center, where interactive character and voice-acting corners add a playful angle to the displays. Try looking beyond familiar characters to the creators behind them—a focus that gives this city detour its local character.
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Why visit
The appeal is the combination of creative introductions and opportunities to interact, rather than simply looking at exhibits. Consider it a chance to connect manga and animation with Niigata-linked creators, whether you arrive with favorite names in mind or want to discover someone new.
Plan your visit
For the permanent exhibition, admission is JPY200 for adults, JPY100 for junior- and senior-high students, and JPY50 for elementary pupils. Special exhibitions are charged separately, but a special-exhibition ticket also includes the permanent exhibition, so consider which displays you want to see before choosing your ticket.
Getting there: the center is on the ground floor of Bandai City BP2 at 2-5-7 Yachiyo, Chuo Ward, Niigata. The published walk from Niigata Station’s Bandai exit is approximately 15 minutes.
Make the most of your visit
Try using the creator introductions as a starting point, then explore the character or voice-acting corners that catch your interest. Notice which aspect draws you in most—the characters, the voices or the people who create them—and use that as your thread through the displays.
Planning notes
Official information checked on 16 October 2026 lists standard hours as 11:00–19:00, with opening at 10:00 on Saturdays, Sundays and national holidays. Last admission is 18:30. The center closes on January 1, and temporary exhibition-change closures may occur; check official announcements before visiting. Exhibits and equipment availability can vary.
Elementary and junior-high pupils enter the permanent exhibition free on Saturdays, Sundays and national holidays. There is no dedicated car park: nearby paid parking is separate, and no free parking ticket is provided.
Practical information
Highlights
Highlights: The museum introduces Niigata-linked manga artists and animation creators, with interactive character and voice-acting corners. Exhibits and equipment availability can vary.
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Opening hours
Standard hours are 11:00–19:00, with 10:00 opening on Saturdays, Sundays and national holidays. Last admission is 18:30.
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Closures and restrictions
Closed on January 1; temporary closures for exhibition changes may occur. Check current announcements before visiting.
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Price
Permanent exhibition admission: adults JPY200, junior/senior high students JPY100, elementary pupils JPY50. Elementary and junior-high pupils enter free on Saturdays, Sundays and national holidays. Special exhibitions cost separately; a special-exhibition ticket also includes the permanent exhibition.
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Access
Access: 2-5-7 Yachiyo, Chuo Ward, Niigata, Bandai City BP2 ground floor. Approximately 15 minutes on foot from Niigata Station Bandai exit. No dedicated car park; nearby paid parking is separate and no free parking ticket is provided.
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For another take on the city’s manga culture, read our Niigata Manga House guide.
Useful links
About Niigata’s manga and animation creators
Niigata Manga Animation Information Center — visitor guide
Information based on checks dated 2026-10-16.