Meiji is a major food company in Japan. Everyone has probably tried Meiji products at least once, such as sweets and dairy products.

This time, we would like to introduce you to Meiji Naruhodo Factory Aichi, the largest milk and dairy product factory in Meiji. This is a hands-on factory tour where visitors can enjoy learning about Meiji's commitment to safety and security through videos and a tour of the production process!

This time, while reporting on the factory tour, we would like to introduce the secret of Meiji's deliciousness.

What is “Meiji Naruhodo Factory Aichi”?

The Meiji Naruhodo Factory has seven locations across Japan where visitors can observe the production process of milk, yogurt, cheese, chocolate, and other products. In addition to Aichi Prefecture, there are facilities in Hokkaido, Saitama Prefecture, Ibaraki Prefecture, Shizuoka Prefecture, and two in Osaka Fu.

The Aichi Factory is the largest factory of Meiji for producing milk and dairy products. Products are shipped nationwide.

Access and tour reservation for “Meiji Naruhodo Factory Aichi”

"Meiji Naruhodo Factory Aichi" is located in Inazawa City, Aichi Prefecture, about 30 minutes by car from Nagoya City. It is about a 30 minute walk from the station, so we recommend accessing by car.

Factory tours are by reservation only, so don't forget to make a reservation in advance!

< Meiji Naruhodo Factory Aichi Factory Tour (reservation required)>

Tour time: 4 times a day (9:30-, 11:00-, 13:30-, 15:00-)
Duration: about 70 minutes
Capacity: 80 people per session
Closed: Sundays, public holidays, year-end and New Year holidays, and other designated holidays
Admission fee: Free

▼ Click here to make a reservation
https://www.meiji.co.jp/learned/factory/aichi/visit.html

Meiji Naruhodo factory's
Characters welcome you

Right next to the entrance, you will be greeted by factory characters and familiar Meiji characters! Photo props are also prepared, so let's take a commemorative photo.

Next to the photo spot is the "R-1 Drink Tower". It is about 180cm tall and uses 3,375 PET bottles. It seems that it is handmade by the staff!

The stairway to the second floor also features the staff's masterpieces! These are made from the packages of "Kinokonoyama" and "Takenokonosato."

The second floor is also a photo space. Hold your favorite product and say "Cheese! It is nice to have a full range of photo booths like this.

Now it is time to start the factory tour!

At the video theater
Learn about Meiji's commitment to manufacturing!

First, at the video theater, you will learn about the history of Meiji, the meaning of the "meiji" logo, and other aspects of the craftsmanship of Meiji.

The "Chibikko tour" for children under 4 years old will have a video for children. The content is easy to understand and simple so that young children will not get bored.