The Automobile Gallery features some 150 vehicles from around the world—representing the historical progress of automotive technology and culture, from the birth of gasoline-powered automobiles to modern cars.
From more than 200,000 automobile-related cultural items the museum has collected in Japan and abroad, some 4,000 items have been selected for display to depict the theme of mobility and culture.
From the Dawn of the Automobile to the Birth of Japanese Cars
The eight exhibition zones on this floor follow the worldwide progress of automotive technology and culture from the birth of the first practical gasoline-powered automobile to the 1950s.
The Symbol Zone features the first passenger car commercially produced by Toyota, the 1936 Toyoda Model AA (replica). On the wall are some relief sculptures, including one that depicts Toyota’s Koromo plant as it was first erected.
The Museum Lounge is a free lounge designed in the image of a hobby room or garage, where you can view and touch our collection. Please relax in this cozy place before going to the Cultural Gallery from the Automobile Gallery. Children can also enjoy the miniature car gallery and tactile exhibits.
Many exclusive goods which cannot be found elsewhere are available here, including the hugely popular "Museum Curry" and "Spanner Spoon." Feel free to purchase these products as a keepsake of your visit or as gifts for your loved ones.
Grab a book to enjoy with a delicious cup of coffee or tea as you cast your mind back to your experience in the museum. This book cafe is a cozy space where you can relax with your friends and have casual conversations about cars.
