Industrial Tourism in Japan

Kawasaki World

A new website enables people to easily plan and arrange visits to a wide range of factories, farms, plants, craft centres, industrial museums, workshops, distilleries and breweries in Japan. Industrial tourism can be a memorable and educational addition to a more traditional holiday in Japan. From cutting edge technology to traditionally crafted artisanal goods, Japanese producers excel at the art of creation. See the process, taste the results and meet the people who make Japan such a fascinating and innovative place.

How is it made? How does this work? What makes it go? Enter the fascinating world of industrial tourism, where you can learn about the process of invention and manufacture, from ideas to release. In seeing how—and why—things are made, you can also glimpse the inner workings of a nation. Through the lens of industry, you can learn Japan’s history and the industries that drive its economy and its vision for the future.

Visit Kawasaki World in Japan is well known for its high tech sectors, with giants of industry in cars, cameras, and consumer electronics. Much of the world uses electronics that were designed or conceived in Japan. Semiconductors, bullet trains, hybrid vehicles and televisions - if you look around, you won’t have to search very far to find something from Japan.

The country is also known for its tradition’s artistry and craftsmanship, to be found in items like washi paper, kimono, ceramics, lacquerware and musical instruments. Japanese cuisine, too, is gaining traction: beyond sushi, international gastronomers are learning the delights of sake, soba noodles, tea, and mochi.

So why not go to the source? In Japan, passion for monozukuri, or the art of making things, is strong. Quality, sophistication and attention to detail are key elements in Japanese products, and highly skilled craftspeople abound in this small archipelago. Whether it’s leading-edge technology or age-old traditional handicrafts, Japanese makers strive for excellence. Come, meet some of the people and see the process for yourself. Visit the Industrial Tourism in Japan website to explore the wide range of places you can visit.