Best For
Art enthusiasts and families interested in industrial history.
JP
Museum·Unique, Educational, Polished, Artistic
Located in the historic pottery city of Tokoname, the Tile Museum (part of the INAX Museums) offers a comprehensive look at the evolution of tiles across different civilizations. Managed by the LIXIL corporation, the facility spans multiple buildings, including a dedicated tile museum, a toilet culture center, and a clay lab. Visitors can admire a breathtaking Islamic dome ceiling on the first floor—where the mosaic colors shift beautifully with the light—and explore a vast collection of international tiles on the second. Beyond static displays, the museum provides interactive experiences like tile-making workshops and a digital survey with potential gifts, making it an engaging stop for both solo travelers and families interested in the intersection of art and industry.
Located in the historic pottery city of Tokoname, the Tile Museum (part of the INAX Museums) offers a comprehensive look at the evolution of tiles across different civilizations. Managed by the LIXIL corporation, the facility spans multiple buildings, including a dedicated tile museum, a toilet culture center, and a clay lab. Visitors can admire a breathtaking Islamic dome ceiling on the first floor—where the mosaic colors shift beautifully with the light—and explore a vast collection of international tiles on the second. Beyond static displays, the museum provides interactive experiences like tile-making workshops and a digital survey with potential gifts, making it an engaging stop for both solo travelers and families interested in the intersection of art and industry.
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Address
1-chōme-130 Okueichō,Tokoname, Aichi 479-0823, Japan
Websitelivingculture.lixil.com
Phone0569-34-8282
Hours
ClosedMon
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tue
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wed
Closed
Thu
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fri
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sat
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sun
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Highlights
Extensive collection of tiles from various eras and countries.
Stunning Islamic dome ceiling with light-sensitive mosaics.
Hands-on workshops where visitors can try tile-making.
Unique 'Toilet Culture Center' exploring sanitary history.
Modern facility managed by the LIXIL corporation.
Currency
JPY ¥
Occasion Tags
Tourists, Family, Solo, Locals
Reviews
4.2
Great322 reviews
The Tile Museum in Tokoname is highly regarded for its unique and well-curated collection of tiles from around the world. Reviewers frequently praise the first-floor Islamic dome ceiling, noting how the mosaic's appearance changes beautifully with the light. The facility, managed by LIXIL, is described as clean, neat, and part of a larger art space that includes a toilet culture center and clay labs. Visitors appreciate the educational aspect, which traces the history of civilization through tile-making. Many highlight the interactive elements, such as the hands-on workshops and a QR-code-enabled survey that offers a small gift. Overall, it is seen as a polished and engaging attraction that offers something for everyone.
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Location
1-chōme, Tokoname, Aichi, Japan
