At the X TECH MUSEUM, let's experience the awesomeness and fun of manufacturing!
The X TECH MUSEUM is an experiential museum with the theme of "Technologies that support manufacturing around the world by utilizing the characteristics of MinebeaMitsumi."
We welcome visitors of all ages and have a variety of exhibits ready that will inspire anyone's interest in manufacturing.
*This facility is geared toward elementary school students in the 5th grade and above.
We're the X RANGERS!
Heroes who work inside all kinds of devices around the world!
At the X TECH MUSEUM, learn the secrets of our strength, and join us in creating an eco-friendly, plentiful, and fun society to live in!
X TECH MUSEUM
X-SHIP
Prologue Video
An X-SHIP theater which has you
exploring MinebeaMitsumi
components and overseas plants
through immersive video.
X-ENERGY
The Principles that Support MinebeaMitsumi
A hands-on exhibition zone where you can
learn about the laws of nature that are
related
to manufacturing at
MinebeaMitsumi.
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Here, you'll be introduced to the following four principles: Friction, electricity and electrons, magnetism, and light and electromagnetic waves.
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Enjoy learning about these four principles at hands-on exhibits.
X-CORES
MinebeaMitsumi's
Core Businesses
An exhibition zone showcasing
MinebeaMitsumi's eight core and
sub-core businesses.
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Here, you'll get a straightforward introduction to MinebeaMitsumi's core businesses.
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Enjoy learning the secrets behind the strength of our core businesses at our hands-on exhibits.
X-WORLD
MinebeaMitsumi Keeps the
World Moving
An exhibition zone which introduces products
incorporating MinebeaMitsumi parts in action
everywhere around us.
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Here, you'll be introduced to the MinebeaMitsumi parts found inside automobiles.
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Here, you'll be introduced to the MinebeaMitsumi parts found in the wings of airplanes.
X-FUTURE
MinebeaMitsumi Keeps
the Future Moving
An exhibition zone showcasing
MinebeaMitsumi's efforts for the future.
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Here, you'll be introduced to the MinebeaMitsumi smart city of the future.
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Become an X RANGER and think about the future you want to see.
X TECH LAB
X CORRIDOR
A zone with exhibits of the origins and history of MinebeaMitsumi's eight core businesses.
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Here, you'll be introduced origins and history of bearings.
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Here, you'll be introduced to the origins and history of wireless communications.
X TECH LAB
(Prototyping Room/Evaluation Room)
Laboratory (prototyping room and
evaluation room) with visitor route to see
the latest manufacturing technology
through the window.
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Here, you'll be introduced to how components are being prototyped.
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Here, you'll be introduced to how components are being evaluated.
Cultural Exchange Facility
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X TECH HALL
A multi-purpose hall with facilities that can be used for seminars, including mobile bleachers that seat 132 people, a projector, and simultaneous interpretation booths.
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Manufacturing Library
and Meeting Rooms for Rent
A reference library which stores publications
and technical books on manufacturing.
A facility like a library where you can
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Conference Rooms
for Rent
Dividable meeting rooms for rent. Using
partitions, a single room can be divided
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TAKAHASHI HALL
A large auditorium with a high ceiling. It is equipped with a large screen and stage in the front. It seats 216 people in a school format.
*If you would like to use the facilities on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th floors, please contact us via the "Other Inquiries" option.
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Facility name
X TECH MUSEUM
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Location
1-9-3, Higashi-shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 105-0021, Japan
MinebeaMitsumi Tokyo X Tech Garden -
Grand opening date
September 27, 2023
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Closed
Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and on the New Year's Holiday
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Opening hours
10:30 AM to 5:30 PM (Reservation required for admission)
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Price of admission
Free
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Duration
About 60 minutes (about 90 minutes for groups)
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Capacity
Up to ten people per group for general use
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Reservation period
From three months to 14 days before the desired date of usage.
*Reservations for group visitors (groups of 11 people or more) are accepted starting one year to 14 days before the desired date of usage.
Operation Calendar
Closed days
By Public Transport
- JR Line Shimbashi Station Shiodomeguchi Shiodome SIO-SITE direction About 10 minutes on foot
- Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Shimbashi Station Shiodome SIO-SITE direction About 12 minutes on foot
- Toei Subway Asakusa Line Shimbashi Station Shiodome SIO-SITE direction About 10 minutes on foot
- Toei Subway Oedo Line Shiodome Station Exit 9 About 3 minutes on foot
- Yurikamome Shiodome Station East Exit About 5 minutes on foot
By Car
- Metropolitan Highway Central Circular Route 3 minutes from Shiodome IC, 5 minutes from Ginza IC
Parking lot: None
Please use public parking
Access from Airports
How to get from Narita Airport
Using the JR Narita Express (Approx. 90 minutes)
-via Tokyo Station to Shimbashi Station
Take the JR Narita Express to Tokyo Station and transfer to the JR Line to get to Shimbashi Station.
Use the Shiodome Exit, head towards Shiodome SIO-SITE and 10 minutes on foot.
How to get from Haneda Airport
Using the Keikyu Line (Airport Express) (Approx. 30 - 40 minutes)
Take the Keikyu Line direct access to get to Shimbashi Station.
Use A3 Exit, head towards Shiodome SIO-SITE and 10 minutes on foot.
Using the Tokyo Monorail Line (Airport Express) (Approx. 20 - 30 minutes)
-via Hamamatsucho Station to Shimbashi Station
Take the Tokyo Monorail Line to Hamamatsucho Station and transfer to the JR Line to get to Shimbashi Station.
Use the Shiodome Exit, head towards Shiodome SIO-SITE and 10 minutes on foot.
Haneda Airport Terminal station → Hamamatsucho Station (Transfer on Foot) → Daimon Station on the Toei Oedo Line → Shiodome Station → 3-minute walk from Exit 9
Frequently Asked Questions
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About
X TECH MUSEUM -
Reservations
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Hands-on Activities
and Tours -
Building Usage
and Facilities
What kind of exhibits are there?
X TECH MUSEUM is a hands-on museum that has been set up based on the theme of technologies which leverage the characteristics of MinebeaMitsumi and serve to support manufacturing around the globe. We have many hands-on exhibits at the museum that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
How much is the admission fee?
Admission is free.
What are the museum's hours of operation?
From 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Admission is by reservation only.
When is the museum closed?
The museum is closed on Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays and during the New Year holiday. It is also closed on days when MinebeaMitsumi is closed. Please check the operation calendar for more details.
Are there any admission restrictions in place?
We require that reservations be made in advance on our website. Members of the general public and groups are asked to ensure that a reservation is made before visiting the museum using our reservation form.
What age group is the museum for?
Although the museum is geared towards students who are at least in their fifth year of elementary school, younger children and adults of any age can enjoy the facility.
Can children enter the museum by themselves?
Children are not allowed in the museum by themselves. We ask that all children be accompanied by a guardian and that guardians keep a close eye on the children they are visiting the museum with. MinebeaMitsumi will not be held responsible for the occurrence of any incidents or accidents.
How do I make a reservation?
Please make a reservation using this reservation form.
How do I cancel a reservation?
Please let us know that you would like to cancel your reservation by replying to the email that you received when your reservation was completed.
Do you maintain a waiting list for reservations?
We do not maintain a waiting list.
Can a group reservation be made?
Group reservations can be made. Please check the group reservation page for details.
Is there a limit on the number of people per group?
When it comes to group visits, we can accommodate 11 to 30 per instance. If your group has more than 30 people in it, please use a separate reservation form for the relevant number of people.
Do you have any brochures about the museum?
Please download and view the attached PDF file.
PDF Download
When can reservations be made?
Reservations can be made starting three months to 14 days before the desired date of your visit.
*Reservations for group visitors (groups of 11 people or more) are accepted starting one year to 3 months before the desired date of your visit.
How much time is needed?
About 60 minutes is needed (about 90 minutes when it comes to group visits).
Is there anyone at the museum who will show us around?
Staff from our company will be there to provide guidance when you visit.
Can I take the tour and participate in the museum's hands-on activities in a wheelchair?
You can take the tour in a wheelchair. Please inquire for more details using the reservation form.
Can I take the tour and take part in the museum's hands-on activities even if I have a disability?
If you have a disability and would like to take part in the activities found at the museum, please inquire for more details using the reservation form.
Can you provide service in any foreign languages?
The museum provides service in Japanese and English.
Can I temporarily leave the museum building during my visit?
Please refrain leaving and re-entering the museum building during your visit.
Is there a parking lot available?
There are no parking lots available to visitors. We ask that you please use public transportation when visiting the museum.
Is there a place to park bicycles?
There is no bicycle parking available to visitors. We ask that you please use public transportation when visiting the museum.
Is there a place where I can have my luggage kept safe?
There are no coin lockers at the museum. We ask that visitors please look after any luggage they have brought to the museum. Please also refrain from entering the museum with large pieces of luggage.
Where is the nearest station to the museum when visiting by train?
The museum is located about a 3-minute walk from Exit 9 of Shiodome Station on the Toei Subway Oedo Line.
It is about a 5-minute walk from the East Exit of Shiodome Station on the Yurikamome Line. Please check the Access page for more details.
How can I get to the museum by car?
The museum is located 3 minutes away from the Shiodome IC on the Shuto Expressway Inner Circular Route and 5 minutes from the Ginza IC on the Shuto Expressway Inner Circular Route.
Is there a place available to park strollers?
Strollers can be brought into the museum.
Are there any places to change my baby's diapers? Are there any breastfeeding rooms available?
We can provide a diaper-changing table at the museum's accessible restroom. Please fill out the relevant details on your reservation form. Please note that there are no breastfeeding rooms available.
Can my pets accompany me to the museum?
Please refrain from entering the museum with pets. This rule, however, excludes guide dogs, service dogs, and hearing assistance dogs.
Can I smoke in the facility?
Smoking is prohibited inside the facility.
Is photography permitted inside the museum?
Photography is permitted in some parts of the facility. No photography is permitted where there exists displays stating that photography is prohibited. No recordings may be made of any video footage being shown in the facility. Please also note that any pictures taken or video recordings made must be for personal use only. Please ensure that you speak with our staff beforehand if when it comes to taking images for commercial purposes. Please also refrain from using monopods, tripods, selfie sticks, and other such equipment inside the museum. Please be careful not to disturb other customers when taking pictures or recording video.
Can I bring my own food or drinks?
Eating is not allowed in the building. Drinks may be consumed in the designated areas.
What should I do if I have lost or left something at the museum?
Lost or forgotten articles will be stored for 14 days starting from the date in which they are found at the museum. Please contact the X TECH MUSEUM: xtech.museum@minebeamitsumi.com.
Are there wheelchairs or strollers available to borrow?
We do not have any wheelchairs or strollers available for visitors to use.
Is it possible for assistance dogs to enter the museum?
Assistance dogs may enter the museum.
Reservations and Inquiries
Make Your Next Museum Reservation
For Other Cases: Please Use the
Reservation and Inquiry Form
