Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology: A Visitor Guide
Last checked: October 11, 2026, against the official museum website. Prices, hours and closing days can change, so please confirm on the official museum website before you go. This post may contain affiliate links; if you book through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Key takeaways
- Adults 1,000 yen, junior and senior high school 500 yen, elementary school 300 yen.
- Open 9:30 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30). Closed on Mondays.
- Sako Station (Meitetsu Nagoya Line) is a 3-minute walk. Parking is free.
- Two main pavilions: textile machinery and automobiles.
Most visitors to Nagoya think of the castle and the food. But the city is also closely tied to Japan’s industrial history, and one of the best places to see that story is the Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology, a short ride from Nagoya Station.
The museum follows the path from textile machinery to automobiles, which reflects how the Toyota group grew. This guide covers what is there, what it costs, and how to get in.
The short version
| Hours | 9:30 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30) |
| Closed | Mondays (Tuesday if Monday is a holiday), and the year-end and New Year holidays |
| Adults | 1,000 yen |
| Junior / senior high school | 500 yen |
| Elementary school | 300 yen |
| Under school age | Free |
| Nearest station | Sako Station (Meitetsu Nagoya Line), 3 minutes on foot |
| Parking | Free (220 cars) |
All details are from the official site on the date above.
What you will see
The museum is built around two main pavilions, according to the official site:
- Textile Machinery Pavilion. This shows early twentieth-century textile technology, including the Circular Loom.
- Automobile Pavilion. This covers automotive technology.
The exhibits are also tied to the stories of Sakichi Toyoda and Kiichiro Toyoda, which helps explain how a loom maker’s business led to cars. There are also demonstrations, including the violin robot performances, which the official news says resumed on July 4, 2026.
If you enjoy seeing how things work, this is a good place for it. We will add our own notes and photos after a visit.
Admission fees
| Category | Adults (18+) | Junior / senior high | Elementary |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 1,000 yen | 500 yen | 300 yen |
| Group (30 or more) | 800 yen | 400 yen | 240 yen |
- Children below school age enter free.
- People with a physical disability certificate or similar, and one companion, are admitted free. Show the document at the general information desk.
- The voice guide rental is normally 200 yen.
Discounts
The official site lists a 20 percent discount with certain passes, including a weekend or one-day metro or city bus pass and the Nagoya Sightseeing Route Bus One-Day Pass. Some discounts are cash only and cannot be combined with other discounts. If you are planning to use a day pass anyway, check the official page for the current list.
How to get there
- Train: the museum is a 3-minute walk from Sako Station on the Meitetsu Nagoya Line. The official page does not give the travel time from Nagoya Station, so check your navigation app on the day.
- Sightseeing bus: the Me~guru Nagoya Sightseeing Route Bus runs from Nagoya Station Bus Terminal, Platform No. 11, and stops in front of the main entrance.
- Taxi: about 5 minutes from Nagoya Station, according to the official page.
- Car: free parking is available, with 220 spaces for cars and 10 for buses.
When to go
- Weekdays other than Monday are the easiest, since the museum is closed on Mondays.
- Allow time for the demonstrations. Check the official site for demonstration schedules before you plan your visit.
- Check for notices. The official site has listed temporary closures related to typhoons, including in June 2026, so look at the news page if the weather is bad.
If you prefer a guided visit
You can visit the museum on your own. If you would like a guide, Viator lists these tours (affiliate links). Details are as listed on Viator on October 18, 2026. Prices, times and availability change, so check the booking page.
- Private tour of the museum. About 1 hour 30 minutes to 3 hours, in English. The guide meets you at the ticket counter inside the museum, and the museum admission is listed as included.
- Toyota tour for car lovers. A private tour of about 6 hours 30 minutes that visits this museum and the Toyota Automobile Museum in Nagakute, with an English-speaking guide. It meets at your hotel lobby or Nagoya Station at 9:45. Entrance fees (2,200 yen), public transportation and lunch are shown as separate per-person costs.
- The castle and Toyota museum half-day tour](https://www.viator.com/tours/Nagoya/Discover-the-Pride-of-Nagoya-Samurai-and-Monozukuri/d4701-25341P32?pid=P00325226&mcid=42383&medium=link) is described in our [Nagoya Castle guide.
The Toyota Automobile Museum in Nagakute lists a combined ticket for the two museums on its official page, at 1,800 yen for adults. See our Toyota Automobile Museum guide.
Combine it with other places in Nagoya
The museum fits well with other Nagoya sights:
- Nagoya Castle, which is in the same city, with its main keep currently closed.
- A day trip to Ghibli Park, east of Nagoya.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost? Adults are 1,000 yen, junior and senior high school students are 500 yen, and elementary school students are 300 yen. Children below school age are free.
Which day is it closed? Mondays, or Tuesday when Monday is a holiday, plus the year-end and New Year holidays.
How do I get there from Nagoya Station? Take the Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Sako Station and walk 3 minutes. A sightseeing bus and taxis are also options.
Is there parking? Yes. It is free, with 220 spaces for cars.
Are the violin robot performances running? The official news said the performances resumed on July 4, 2026. Check the official site for the current schedule.