Public Relations Content
Here, you'll find a rich selection of content—videos, newsletters, and magazines—highlighting the latest research achievements and event updates.
Facility tours for groups, primarily those of high school age and above, can also be arranged through this page.
Brochures
We publish brochures that provide a concise overview of NIMS.
NIMS NOW
The newsletter NIMS NOW, which provides updates on the latest work at NIMS, concluded its print edition in March 2025 and will fully transition to an online format in July.
Video Library
We film and produce videos that present the world of materials in an interesting and understandable manner. Please take a look—they are not only for specialists!
Site Visits

To promote understanding of our research and development efforts, NIMS offers guided tours for groups of students from high schools, technical colleges, universities, and graduate schools.
If you are interested in visiting, please complete the 【Application Form】.
Please note that we are unable to accept individual visitors.
However, everyone is welcome to experience the excitement of cutting-edge materials science at NIMS during our annual "NIMS Open House" event, which is usually held in May.
NIMS Open House

The NIMS Open House, held once a year, offers visitors a unique opportunity to learn about the latest advancements in materials science and the activities of NIMS.
Visitors can explore laboratories and facilities that are usually closed to the public and experience the excitement and depth of advanced materials research first-hand through special programs. These include talks by researchers, live demonstrations, guided tours, and hands-on activities.