Prince and Skyline Museum

The Prince & Skyline Museum in Okaya, Nagano, preserves Skyline models and archival materials from the original Prince Motor Company through the R34 generation. It opened in 1997 as Japan’s first museum dedicated to a single automobile line.

Perched within Toriidaira Yamabiko Park, the compact museum is a specialist attraction for car enthusiasts and history-minded travelers. The site runs a seasonal schedule and hosts regular events such as spring and autumn festivals.

A focused collection of Skyline models, documents and displays that trace the car’s development from early Prince designs to later Nissan Skylines.

Look out for:

• Early Prince-era cars and first-generation Skyline exhibits.

• R‑series Skylines through R34 examples and period photos.

• Archival displays about Prince Motor Company and local restoration work.

• Seasonal events and community shows during the open season.

Best way to experience it:

Visit during the museum’s open season (typically spring–autumn) and combine the trip with a walk around Toriidaira Yamabiko Park for panoramic views; check the official site or phone before you go for exact opening dates and event notices.

• Located on a hillside inside Toriidaira Yamabiko Park; expect a short uphill walk from parking.

• Seasonal opening (typically mid‑April to early November) and closed on Tuesdays—confirm current dates on the official site.

• Admission and concessions are listed on the museum site; discounts (e.g., JAF) may apply.

• Museum is specialist and relatively small—allow 45–90 minutes for a visit.