Megaweb

Frommer's Review

This huge technology playground and amusement spot on Odaiba is a Toyota showroom in disguise. For the kids there are several virtual thrill rides, including driving simulators, a 3-D motion theater with seats that move to the action, and driverless electric commuter cars (some rides have passenger height restrictions). The History Garage displays models from around the world, mostly from the 1950s through the 1970s. But the complex's main raison d'être is its Toyota City Showcase, with 140-odd Toyota models, including hybrids and racing cars. The Universal Design Showcase is fascinating for its cars for those with disabilities (designed mostly with Japan's aging population in mind), complete with ramps, seats that swing out for easy access, and car seats that double as wheelchairs. Car buffs and families can probably kill an hour or two here, but serious Toyota fans may want to skip this in favor of the adult-oriented Toyota Auto Salon Amlux, described below. Beside Megaweb is a 113m-tall (377-ft.) Ferris wheel that takes 16 minutes to make a complete turn and costs ¥900 ($8.55) to ride.

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