Journey through space with Tetsuro and Maetel as a passenger on the Galaxy Express. This new audiovisual experience transforms the film into a fully immersive adventure that places you inside the story.

■ Take a journey through the galaxy on No. 999 in this immersive, cutting-edge 3D space experience
At “Galaxy Express 999 THE GALAXY EXPERIENCE —The Journey Goes On,” experience the 1979 classic anime film Galaxy Express 999: The Movie in a fully immersive environment, rather than as a passive viewer.
In this half-hour experience, you don’t just watch the story unfold, you become part of it, journeying into the stars as a passenger aboard the Galaxy Express.

Highlights

● Total sensory immersion transforms you into a galactic traveler, enjoyable for both longtime fans and first-time viewers
The story begins at the entrance, where a train modeled on the Galaxy Express awaits you in the foyer. Once you take your seat inside, the galaxy expands outside your window as No. 999 departs on its journey. 
As a video introducing the main character, Tetsuro Hoshino, and the beginning of his journey plays, you arrive at Megalopolis Station, his departure point. The roughly 1,000 m² video space is created using 32 of the latest 4K laser projectors, specially installed for this experience.
In this vast space, enveloped by sound and light, you will become part of the Galaxy Express 999 world, traveling through the galaxy with Tetsuro.
While respecting the original 1979 Galaxy Express 999: The Movie, this exhibit expands beyond the limits of the screen to imagine the unseen parts of its universe, allowing visitors to experience being inside its world. Take a journey through the universe with this digital attraction, an experience designed for all ages, whether you’re a first-time viewer or a devoted fan.

     

● Music composed specially by Kenji Kawai. Your journey concludes with Godiego's timeless masterpiece
For this story, composer Kenji Kawai has created original music for each scene, breathing life into the expanded world of the movie. The venue uses 3D surround sound to create an immersive soundscape that incorporates not only the film’s music, but its dialogue and sound effects. 
The final piece you will hear, filling the space around you, is Godeigo’s famous “The Galaxy Express 999.” Combined with imagery of a new departure, the music brings this magnificent epic to a powerful close.

     

● Explore the ideas of Leiji Matsumoto, still relevant to today’s world, through words and documents
As the afterglow of your journey through video space lingers, you will walk along rail tracks for approximately 25 meters. As you walk, lines from the film will appear and fade behind you, lingering as lasting impressions of your journey. 
Afterward, you can explore a display of behind-the-scenes materials and character references from the film. Gain deeper insight into the world of Galaxy Express 999 and the creative vision of Leiji Matsumoto.
His fascination with mechanized humans and the theme of “finite life versus eternal life” take on renewed relevance in today’s world, where technologies such as AI prompt us to reconsider what it means to have a body and to exist. Through Matsumoto’s words and ideas, you will rediscover the fundamental wonder of being human and the meaning behind the journey itself.

■ Exhibit pamphlet and original goods
Pamphlets created exclusively for this exhibit will be available for purchase. Along with providing information about Galaxy Express 999: The Movie, they also feature previously unreleased stories about its production, character references, and more. They also include commentary and highlights from the staff involved in creating this exhibit.
These offer a rare opportunity to explore the world of Galaxy Express 999 in depth and learn about the background of this newly reimagined version. (Available for purchase at the ticket counter.)
We also plan to produce goods exclusive to the Kadokawa Culture Museum. Details will be announced on this website once finalized.

Pamphlet cover (concept art)

■ Departure times (screening start times)
10:10/10:50/11:30/12:10/12:50/13:30/14:10/14:50/15:30/16:10/16:50/17:30
*You can join after the screening starts, but we recommend watching from the beginning for the full experience.

Galaxy Express 999: The Movie | About the Film

● About Leiji Matsumoto

Born in 1938 in Kurume, Fukuoka Prefecture. Manga artist.
He began drawing at around age 6 and, after encountering the works of Osamu Tezuka at age 9, became deeply devoted to manga creation. His debut in a commercial magazine came in 1954 with Honey Bee's Adventure.
He played a key role in the rise of science fiction manga and anime in Japan, including his involvement in the production of Space Battleship Yamato. His most famous works, including Galaxy Express 999 and Space Pirate Captain Harlock, have gained worldwide recognition. He was active in a wide range of fields, including youth education and efforts to improve the status of manga artists. 
He passed away in February 2023 at the age of 85.

● About Kenji Kawai

Born in Tokyo in 1957. Composer.
He has composed music across a wide range of genres, including films, animation, games, and television dramas. He is known for his distinctive sound, which blends rich orchestration with electronic elements and influences from folk music. Since the 1980s, he has contributed to the scores of many iconic Japanese works, including the Mobile Police Patlabor series, Ghost in the Shell, and Ring.

©Leiji Matsumoto/Leijisha / Toei Animation

Overview

Exhibit Title: Galaxy Express 999 THE GALAXY EXPERIENCE —The Journey Goes On 
Venue: Grand Gallery, 1F, Kadokawa Culture Museum
Dates: Saturday, April 25 to Monday, October 26, 2026
Closed: Tuesdays, and Monday, June 1 to Friday, June 5
　*Open on the following public holidays: Tuesday, May 5; Tuesday, August 11; Tuesday, September 22
　*Please note: Due to a special event on Thursday, May 28, the 4:50 PM and 5:30 PM screenings will be unavailable. The final screening of the day will begin at 4:10 PM, and the Grand Gallery (main exhibition area) will close at 5:00 PM.
Hours: 10:00 to 18:00 (last entry at 17:30)
Host: Kadokawa Culture Museum (Kadokawa Culture Promotion Foundation)

Ticket Prices (incl. tax):
● Buy Online (please select a date on or after Saturday, April 25, 2026), or purchase at the door
Adults (university students or older): 2,700 yen / Middle and high school students: 2,200 yen / Elementary school students: 1,500 yen / Pre-schoolers: Free
*The One-Day Passport ticket can be used for all standard ticket areas (permanent exhibits), including the Book Theater, as well as this exhibit. See the official website for details.

*Please note that opening hours and closure dates are subject to change. See the Operations Calendar for the latest information.
*Please note that exhibit content may change or be canceled.