Toshiba Science Museum
Kanagawa
"Please be informed that Toshiba Science Museum will be closed as of September 30, 2013 due to its relocation. The museum will be move to a new location which will open at the beginning of 2014. The details of new location will be announced on the website."
In the museums of electric/electronics manufacturers, you can see the dramatic changes in scientific technology from TVs, to semiconductors, to digital technology. Some museums have a facility where visitors can experience cutting-edge technology such as superconduction, allowing visitors to appreciate engineers' passion for creating products.
Information
Address: 1 Komukai-Toshiba-cho, Saiwai-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa
Phone: (044)549-2200
Hours open to visitors: Open every day from 9:00 to 16:45
Admission Fee: Free
How to apply: Apply online. Check the reservation form from website.
Time required for a factory tour: 1 hr.
Availability of English-speaking personal: Guided tours are available in English and Chinese (Mandarin).
Closed: Sundays, holidays, and other special days.
Directions: 10 min. to "Toshiba Kagakukan-mae" Bus Stop by Tokyu Bus departing from Bus Stop 82 at West Exit North Bus Stops of JR Kawasaki Sta.
