Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology
Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology
Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology
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9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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- HudsonmccrawVirginia Beach, Virginia2,705 contributionsA must for automotive enthusiasts and anyone who likes automobiles of any kind.As someone who has owned Toyota products for years, it was wonderful to be able to see the history of Toyota Motor Corporation, and the legacy of its founders. From humble beginnings in the textile industry to eventually becoming the world’s leading automaker. This museum has thoughtfully designed exhibits that are thorough and detailed to the point that not learning something new about the company and it’s founders is impossible. If you are in Nagoya, you owe it to yourself to visit this museum. Admission prices are very reasonable 500 yen, and you get a lot in return.Visited July 2023Traveled with friendsWritten July 23, 2023
- David NHawthorne, California799 contributionsTwo Museums for the Price of One!Who knew that Toyota started out building weaving machines? 🤷♂️ Well, now I do! The first half of this museum is dedicated to the development of Toyota's weaving machines. And they produced machines for the entire process, from separating and cleaning the cotton balls, to spinning the cotton into yarn, and finally to weaving the yarn into cloth. They have quite an impressive collection of machines and they are all in working order. Toyota's manufacturing expertise was developed over the years through the creation of these weaving machines. Many of the machines have live demonstrations offered in both Japanese and English. After the docents perform the demonstration, they kindly take questions and interact with the guests. It is all included in the price of admission (which is ¥500). I learned a lot about the processing of cotton into yarn and the automated weaving of it into cloth. The development and manufacturing of these machines was quite fascinating. The second half of the museum is dedicated to the development of Toyota's automobiles. The early history of the first model produced and the first factory is presented in minute detail and with helpful displays and reproductions of the original workshops. From here, you will see all of the historic models of Toyota cars on display, including the rare and highly valuable 2000GT. Many modern manufacturing techniques and robots are on display and demonstrated as well. You can spend a lot of time at this museum. I would recommend allocating at least half a day. There are audio guides available in English for ¥200, but you will probably need to stay even longer if you want to listen to all of the commentary available. They also have a small snack shop and we enjoyed a nice coffee and dessert after our visit. This is a must see attraction if you are in Nagoya.Visited August 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten December 2, 2023
- Shamalie JColombo, Sri Lanka124 contributionsAmazing experience. VFMThis place is amazing to understand the Toyota history and its automobile process. I would easily spend a half day. I participated in the English tours for the Textile and Automobile aspects and I was blown out of mind. Don’t miss this in Nagoya. It’s great!!!Visited December 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten December 23, 2023
- missjojo2018Sydney, Australia91 contributionsInteresting and informative visitWe visited on a weekday afternoon and it was not crowded. We bought our tickets from the self service kiosks (which was easy to use) and entered the 1st pavilion after showing our tickets to the staff. The museum is bigger than expected and there are a lot of exhibits and information provided; from the early days of Toyota (as a weaving company and pivoting to the automobile industry) to current day. The museum is a must visit for automobile fans.Visited December 2023Traveled with familyWritten January 1, 2024
- aok47Melbourne, Australia760 contributionsAwesome textile museum, ues textile!I was expecting to find an automotive museum , nothing prepared me for the textile machinery. The huge number of machines arranged chronologically was truly mind-blowing. With staff strategically positioned to run through demonstrations. The automotive section was good too!Visited January 2024Traveled soloWritten March 12, 2024
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Jas Nathaniel
Honolulu, HI121 contributions
Oct 2019
Museum first begins with the interior of the vehicles, textiles, steam engines, and metal work. My husband was a little disappointed as he wanted to see Toyota vehicles. Once we got to the Automobile Pavilion, he was in heaven. We've been big fans of Toyota and own a Toyota. To see the first type of Toyota to the most recent was exciting. We spent over an hour and half at the museum. Entry fee was 500 Yen per Adult.
Written April 17, 2020
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NagoyaYabu
Nagoya, Japan20 contributions
Jul 2021
I went there in July. Now because of infection control for COVID19,we need to reserve an admission just only Saturday and Sunday. For weekdays we can enter there. But when more than 20 members go into Toyota Techno Museum, we also have to reserve
My son, 5 years old, likes this museum very much! We can see some kinds of Toyota vehicles. Maybe whole family can enjoy this museum.
My son, 5 years old, likes this museum very much! We can see some kinds of Toyota vehicles. Maybe whole family can enjoy this museum.
Written August 11, 2021
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Ben C
Hong Kong, China734 contributions
Jun 2019 • Couples
We took a walk up to the Museum on a rainy day, it was a memorable experience on the two plus kilometres journey which was through some less commercialized area.
The museum housed inside few historic buildings gave visitors rich and impressive information how the Toyota giant began as a weaving machines maker to become motor giants. More so there is no anything bullish show off during the journey.
A lot of classy Japanese vintage cars couldn't find anywhere. Almost a must see in a Nagoya leisure trip.
The museum housed inside few historic buildings gave visitors rich and impressive information how the Toyota giant began as a weaving machines maker to become motor giants. More so there is no anything bullish show off during the journey.
A lot of classy Japanese vintage cars couldn't find anywhere. Almost a must see in a Nagoya leisure trip.
Written May 24, 2020
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David N
Hawthorne, CA799 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Who knew that Toyota started out building weaving machines? 🤷♂️
Well, now I do! The first half of this museum is dedicated to the development of Toyota's weaving machines. And they produced machines for the entire process, from separating and cleaning the cotton balls, to spinning the cotton into yarn, and finally to weaving the yarn into cloth. They have quite an impressive collection of machines and they are all in working order. Toyota's manufacturing expertise was developed over the years through the creation of these weaving machines.
Many of the machines have live demonstrations offered in both Japanese and English. After the docents perform the demonstration, they kindly take questions and interact with the guests. It is all included in the price of admission (which is ¥500). I learned a lot about the processing of cotton into yarn and the automated weaving of it into cloth. The development and manufacturing of these machines was quite fascinating.
The second half of the museum is dedicated to the development of Toyota's automobiles. The early history of the first model produced and the first factory is presented in minute detail and with helpful displays and reproductions of the original workshops. From here, you will see all of the historic models of Toyota cars on display, including the rare and highly valuable 2000GT. Many modern manufacturing techniques and robots are on display and demonstrated as well.
You can spend a lot of time at this museum. I would recommend allocating at least half a day. There are audio guides available in English for ¥200, but you will probably need to stay even longer if you want to listen to all of the commentary available. They also have a small snack shop and we enjoyed a nice coffee and dessert after our visit. This is a must see attraction if you are in Nagoya.
Well, now I do! The first half of this museum is dedicated to the development of Toyota's weaving machines. And they produced machines for the entire process, from separating and cleaning the cotton balls, to spinning the cotton into yarn, and finally to weaving the yarn into cloth. They have quite an impressive collection of machines and they are all in working order. Toyota's manufacturing expertise was developed over the years through the creation of these weaving machines.
Many of the machines have live demonstrations offered in both Japanese and English. After the docents perform the demonstration, they kindly take questions and interact with the guests. It is all included in the price of admission (which is ¥500). I learned a lot about the processing of cotton into yarn and the automated weaving of it into cloth. The development and manufacturing of these machines was quite fascinating.
The second half of the museum is dedicated to the development of Toyota's automobiles. The early history of the first model produced and the first factory is presented in minute detail and with helpful displays and reproductions of the original workshops. From here, you will see all of the historic models of Toyota cars on display, including the rare and highly valuable 2000GT. Many modern manufacturing techniques and robots are on display and demonstrated as well.
You can spend a lot of time at this museum. I would recommend allocating at least half a day. There are audio guides available in English for ¥200, but you will probably need to stay even longer if you want to listen to all of the commentary available. They also have a small snack shop and we enjoyed a nice coffee and dessert after our visit. This is a must see attraction if you are in Nagoya.
Written December 3, 2023
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Zimminaroundtheworld
Okinawa Prefecture, Japan1,911 contributions
Jan 2022
This museum was so much fun! The entrance fee was small, ¥500. We spent over two hours here. I had no idea that Toyota started as an automatic loom factory. I learned so much here and the staff was great! As an English Speaker, they were very informative and willing to explain and show us exhibits. The interaction here was very nice. Half the museum was the history of Toyoda and the loom while the other half was on the son of the inventor and how the Toyota cars came about. There is even a violin playing robot at the entrance!
Written January 6, 2022
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Hudsonmccraw
Virginia Beach, VA2,705 contributions
Jul 2023 • Friends
As someone who has owned Toyota products for years, it was wonderful to be able to see the history of Toyota Motor Corporation, and the legacy of its founders. From humble beginnings in the textile industry to eventually becoming the world’s leading automaker. This museum has thoughtfully designed exhibits that are thorough and detailed to the point that not learning something new about the company and it’s founders is impossible. If you are in Nagoya, you owe it to yourself to visit this museum. Admission prices are very reasonable 500 yen, and you get a lot in return.
Written July 23, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
missjojo2018
Sydney, Australia91 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
We visited on a weekday afternoon and it was not crowded. We bought our tickets from the self service kiosks (which was easy to use) and entered the 1st pavilion after showing our tickets to the staff. The museum is bigger than expected and there are a lot of exhibits and information provided; from the early days of Toyota (as a weaving company and pivoting to the automobile industry) to current day. The museum is a must visit for automobile fans.
Written January 2, 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Shamalie J
Colombo, Sri Lanka124 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
This place is amazing to understand the Toyota history and its automobile process. I would easily spend a half day. I participated in the English tours for the Textile and Automobile aspects and I was blown out of mind.
Don’t miss this in Nagoya. It’s great!!!
Don’t miss this in Nagoya. It’s great!!!
Written December 24, 2023
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aok47
Melbourne, Australia760 contributions
Jan 2024 • Solo
I was expecting to find an automotive museum , nothing prepared me for the textile machinery. The huge number of machines arranged chronologically was truly mind-blowing. With staff strategically positioned to run through demonstrations. The automotive section was good too!
Written March 12, 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
craigalank
Blue Mounds, WI124 contributions
Mar 2024 • Friends
Very well done. They saved many of the massive machines for display with a significant number still in working order. Many that you could click a button and watch it go. Anyone in the quilting world or the engineering /robotics will be fascinated.
Slightly disturbing that in the various historical notes the years from 1941 to 1944 never appear. 1945 does and is referred to as the beginning of the postwar period. Come on Japan! The Germans don't gloss over what happened. The US is getting better at acknowledging the errors of our past. Get with the program.
Slightly disturbing that in the various historical notes the years from 1941 to 1944 never appear. 1945 does and is referred to as the beginning of the postwar period. Come on Japan! The Germans don't gloss over what happened. The US is getting better at acknowledging the errors of our past. Get with the program.
Written March 17, 2024
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Chin1212
Singapore, Singapore1 contribution
Hello, i have the same questions too.
which one is better? Toyota Kaikan Museum, Toyota Techno Museum
Joseph
Singapore, Singapore
Hi, may I know which one do you recommend to visit? There are currently 4 Toyota related museum, Toyota Kaikan Museum, Toyota Techno Museum, Toyota Automobile Museum and the Toyota Mega web in Tokyo. What's the different between the four? Thank you in advance.
superbsandra
28 contributions
I very much recommend the Toyota Commemorative Museum in Nagoya itself, but not so much for the car stuff as for the huge warehouse of FASCINATING weaving machine technology (which is where Mr. Toyoda actually got his start!) Make sure to go at a time that lines up with taking a tour, because they will demo a lot of the machines!!!
I also recommend the factory tour (along with the Toyota Kaikan Musem) in Toyota city itself for car stuff. It's a big time investment to get there though, and you MUST sign up in advance. The museum by itself is not worth the time without the factory tour.
ひでじいさん
Odawara, Japan8,465 contributions
近いうちに行こうと思いますが
1、平日の混雑度はどうでしょうか。
2、本館と新館の見学とお土産探しを含め滞在時間はどのくらいでしょうか。
korbrasan
Fujisawa, Japan1,073 contributions
夏休みでなければそんなに混雑しないと思います。
ただ会社の勉強会、観光バスの団体などもある可能性あり、
どこの観光地もそうですが、「早め」の時間が空いていると思います。 見学時間はさらっと周るか、じっくり見るかで違いますが、私は昼過ぎから夕方(13時半頃~16時半頃)までで説明をじっくり聞き、車もゆっくり見ました。
説明してくれる人の知識や、説明への熱さが感じられ、とてものめり込めたので、じっくり見学をお勧めします。
GiordanaMucio
Toyoake, Japan
Tem guia turístico que fale português?
Dennis K
Williamston, MI19 contributions
Not sure if they have anyone who speaks Portuguese. However, this seems likely due to a fairly large Brazilian population in Nagoya.
Are visitor allow to take photo inside the Museum and how much is the entrance fee.
Thanks and regards
Tong KS
SoonMeng 顺
Singapore, Singapore11 contributions
Photos are welcome. The in house guides were very friendly and knowledgeable.
Entrance is very affordable at ¥500 per adult.
Do Google for their website for more information.
Mario Antonio P
24 contributions
How do I get there using public transport?
DC-3Viator
Curitiba, PR844 contributions
You can take Meitetsu line to Sako station. It is one stop north of Nagoya station. From Sako, you'll need to walk one block in south direction.
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