Honda Hamamatsu Factory

Honda’s Hamamatsu Factory is a core manufacturing site for transmissions, hybrid drive units and 4WD components. The site traces its roots to Honda’s early motorcycle production and remains integral to the company’s powertrain development.

Factory tours are group-only, scheduled and operated by Honda. Tours follow strict rules (no photos, no eating/drinking), are typically conducted in Japanese and require advance application through Honda’s official booking process.

A behind-the-scenes look at automated assembly lines and machining for CVTs, e:HEV two‑motor hybrid components, differentials and transfer units.

Look out for:

• Live assembly line viewing areas and sealed observation galleries.

• Explanations of production steps from machining to final inspection.

• Strict no‑photography, no recording and no food/drink policies.

• Historical context about Hamamatsu’s role in Honda’s development.

Best way to experience it:

Apply through Honda’s official Hamamatsu Factory booking window well in advance, join as an authorized group, bring photo ID, and arrange translation if you don’t speak Japanese.

• Tours are group-only and require advance application via Honda’s official page.

• Photography, recording and eating/drinking inside the factory are prohibited.

• Most tours are conducted in Japanese; arrange an interpreter if needed.

• On-site parking is limited; access from Hamamatsu Station is by bus/taxi (~30 minutes).