Mystery of Cause and Effect: Solve Puzzles at Miraikan

The National Museum of Nature and Science (Miraikan) will host "Mystery of Cause and Effect: Solving Puzzles," an event designed for all ages to learn through engaging puzzle-solving.

This workshop delves into the relationship between "cause and effect," a concept fundamental to AI and robot prediction and learning. Participants will explore the inferences and predictions we make daily, and consider the critical ability to generate convincing explanations and predictions in today's rapidly changing world. Through mysterious data relationships and diverse interpretations, attendees will gain a deeper understanding.

The latter half of the workshop tackles problems that cannot be solved by simply understanding cause and effect, prompting reflection on the future we can envision beyond these mysteries.

Event Details

• Event Title: Mystery of Cause and Effect: Solving Puzzles
• Venue: 3F Hub Space, National Museum of Nature and Science (Miraikan)
• Dates & Times:
  • Sunday, May 17, 2026, 13:30 - 16:00
  • Sunday, June 7, 2026, 13:30 - 16:00
• Target Audience: Elementary school 5th graders to adults
• Capacity: 8 participants
• Fee: Admission fee only
• How to Participate: Advance registration required (lottery system). Miraikan ID registration is necessary.
• Application Period:
  • For May 17th event: April 10, 2026 (Fri) 11:00 - April 21, 2026 (Tue) Application period closed
  • For June 7th event: May 8, 2026 (Fri) 11:00 - May 19, 2026 (Tue)
• Organizer: National Museum of Nature and Science (Miraikan)

Access

• Nearest Stations: Yurikamome Tokyo Big Sight Station / Rinkai Line Kokusai-Tenjijo Station

Filming for scientific communication research purposes may occur during the workshop. Please inform staff if you do not wish to be filmed.