
Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology, Nagoya (must see)
The Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology, also known as the Toyota Tecno Museum, is a prominent technology museum. Opened in June 1994, the museum is housed in a historic red-brick textile factory that underscores Toyota's origins as a textile manufacturer before it transformed into a global automobile giant.
Visitors to the museum are greeted with a journey through Toyota’s early days, beginning with exhibits on textile looms that illustrate the company's initial focus on weaving technology. As one progresses through the museum, the displays shift to cover the development of automotive technology, highlighting Toyota's growth into a leading automobile producer. This transition in exhibits provides a comprehensive view of how the company diversified and innovated over time.
In addition to its textile and automotive displays, the museum features high-tech robots, which represent Toyota’s ongoing commitment to technological advancement. These robots are part of the museum’s efforts to demonstrate cutting-edge innovations and the future of technology in manufacturing and daily life.
Visitors to the museum are greeted with a journey through Toyota’s early days, beginning with exhibits on textile looms that illustrate the company's initial focus on weaving technology. As one progresses through the museum, the displays shift to cover the development of automotive technology, highlighting Toyota's growth into a leading automobile producer. This transition in exhibits provides a comprehensive view of how the company diversified and innovated over time.
In addition to its textile and automotive displays, the museum features high-tech robots, which represent Toyota’s ongoing commitment to technological advancement. These robots are part of the museum’s efforts to demonstrate cutting-edge innovations and the future of technology in manufacturing and daily life.
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Sight Name: Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology
Sight Location: Nagoya, Japan (See walking tours in Nagoya)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Sight Location: Nagoya, Japan (See walking tours in Nagoya)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Walking Tours in Nagoya, Japan
Create Your Own Walk in Nagoya
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Nagoya, Japan’s fourth-largest city, is the industrial and cultural epicenter of the Chūbu region. Situated on the Pacific coast of central Honshu island, Nagoya has woven a rich historical tapestry reflecting its role in Japan's feudal and modern eras. The name "Nagoya" is derived from the word "Nagoyaka," which means peace or tranquility.
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
The city's historical... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
Nagoya Castle Walking Tour
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The castle complex is characterized by multiple defensive layers divided by the... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.2 Km or 1.4 Miles
The castle complex is characterized by multiple defensive layers divided by the... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.2 Km or 1.4 Miles
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