The Suginami Animation Museum by the Tokyo Polytechnic University is surprisingly engaging, with a host of hands-on experiences. A visit makes for an excellent introduction into the world of Japanese anime, with exhibits focusing on the history and production of most Japanese anime including ‘Rascal the Racoon’, ‘Crayon Shin-chan’ and ‘Doraemon’.
Through the interactive exhibits, you can dub over a video, draw your own animation in a computer room and go behind the scenes to explore the production process. There’s even an anime library, plus a small theatre playing anime shows on a loop. English audio guides and subtitles cover the exhibits and videos, keeping it tourist friendly, while the inclusion of both vintage and modern anime makes the museum fun for the whole family.