Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology [Part 2]: TripAdvisor's No.1 Factory & Social Studies Tours!

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Posting date: 2019.07.31

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Part of the Factory is Reproduced!
"Production Engineering at Toyota Motor Corporation"

In the "Production Technology" section, a portion of the Koromo Plant (now Toyota's main plant), which began operations in 1938, is reproduced. It is a memorable plant that marked the start of full-scale mass production. The production processes of casting, forging, machining, pressing, painting, and assembly are reproduced.

Forging process of steering knuckles (dynamic exhibit to see the machine in operation)

Pressed parts for one corolla

Main body assembly automatic welding machine

Automatic engine and chassis assembly equipment

Assembly work using modern robots is also reproduced. Young children will enjoy the actual movement of the robots and the cars that are being built!

Behind Toyota Motor Corporation, the world's leading manufacturer of products, is a constant pursuit of new technology and relentless effort.

Curry as a Specialty?
"Restaurant & Museum Cafe"

Restaurant BrickAge

Museum Cafe

After enjoying the exhibition, take a break at one of the restaurants or cafes.

In fact, "curry" is the specialty of both. From the original "Memorial Hall Premium Curry" to the "Halal Curry" that Muslims can safely enjoy, a variety of curry menus are available.

(Museum Cafe) Memorial Hall Premium Curry ￥820 Drink set ￥970

(Museum Cafe) Halal Curry ￥800 Drink set ￥950

Both have an authentic flavor. The Halal curry is filled with chicken and is light and tasty. This is a consideration unique to the museum, which has many guests from overseas. The museum is even equipped with a Muslim prayer room.

The Museum Café is located in the center of the Textile Machinery and Automobile Pavilions, and is a great place to take a break between tours!

Don't Miss the Museum Shop

Museum shop

Finally, let's stop by the museum store!

The Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology offers a wide range of products from textile machinery to automobile-related goods. There is also a wide selection of exclusive goods that can only be purchased here.

TOYOTA Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology Original Aka-Renga (red brick) BEEF CURRY ￥668 (tax included)

Toyota Automobile Museum Curry (for 1 person) ￥432

Like the café, the souvenirs are also well-stocked with curry. The Memorial Hall's original "Aka-Renga BEEF CURRY" is an authentic dry European-style curry with juicy, tender beef and a good dose of spices. (Also available at the Museum Café).

Wrench Spoon (large)｜Wrench Fork (large) ￥756 each
Wrench Spoon (medium)｜Wrench Fork (medium) ￥540 each
Wrench Spoon (small)｜Wrench Fork (small) ￥432 each

The "Spanner Spoon and Fork" series are very popular items. It is a unique item with the tip in the shape of a wrench.

TOYODA AA Passenger Car Miniature Car　￥3,618 (3,350 yen without tax is the same as the selling price of the vehicle at that time)

Exclusive goods of 2000GT

There is also a wide variety of automobile-related goods. It must be a must for car enthusiasts.

Gekiga(comic) "Kiichiro Toyota" reprinted　￥515

Books related to the Toyota Group were also on sale. This is "Toyota Kiichiro," a manga that makes learning fun. Although it is a manga, it is well explained, so it is worth reading for adults.

Of course, there are also confections that are perfect as souvenirs! All of them are attractively packaged with special attention to detail.

Beef Curry Chips (12 chips)　￥756

The unique sandwich baking process with its characteristic wave pattern gives it a crispy and light texture!

Kurumania (maple butter cookies)
9 pieces ¥864 / 18 pieces ¥1,728 / 32 pieces ¥3,024

The packaging is an illustrated reproduction of famous Toyota cars of yesteryear. The crispy maple butter cookies are soft and sweet.

Frui-Tea　￥684

This fruit tea was created in collaboration with "Eikoku-ya," a long-established black tea specialty store in Kakuozan. The stylish packaging makes it a good souvenir for ladies.

Be sure to check out the museum shop as well!

At the Automobile Pavilion, we were able to learn about the history and technology of Toyota Motor Corporation. "We must always be ahead of the times with our minds focused on research and creativity." The spirit of challenge passed down from Sakichi to Kiichiro is still alive and well today.

The Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology was a museum for adults and children alike. It is no wonder that the museum has been ranked No. 1 for four years in a row in TripAdvisor's "Travelers' Choice! Factory Tours & Social Studies Tours Ranking"! Please visit the museum at least once.

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