Shinmei / SowZow

SowZow is a "future-type" automotive showroom operated by Shinmei Industry in Toyota City, blending digital displays with real, restored vehicles. The space hosts rotating exhibits, community use, and a virtual Matterport showroom for remote visits.

Expect contactless service, a VR test-drive simulator, and display cars such as a Porsche 918 Spyder and Toyota 2000GT. The venue is open to the public during regular hours and listed by Toyota City as a community-accessible facility.

A compact, tech-forward showroom that mixes digital experiences with real collector cars and community space.

Look out for:

• Contactless, non-face-to-face customer flows and digital guides.

• VR test-drive simulator for an immersive driving demo.

• Restored and historic display cars (examples shown: Porsche 918 Spyder, Toyota 2000GT, Toyopet Crown).

• A Matterport virtual tour available from the operator for remote viewing.

Best way to experience it: Visit during daytime hours to try the VR simulator and view exhibits; check Shinmei's site for current displays and any community events before you go.

• Open 10:00–18:00; closed Wednesdays (official listing).

• Address: 471-0874 Maeda-cho 3-75, Toyota, Aichi; phone 0565-34-3020.

• The space emphasizes contactless interactions and may limit hands-on access to vehicles.

• A virtual Matterport tour is available if you prefer to preview exhibits online.