Is Toyota Crown built in Japan?

The Crown is built in Japan, with the current generation assembled at Toyota’s Motomachi plant in Aichi Prefecture for global distribution.

Context and manufacturing footprint

The Crown has long served as Toyota’s flagship sedan in Japan, and its production has historically been closely tied to Japanese factories. In recent years, Toyota has expanded the Crown’s reach to overseas markets while maintaining a manufacturing base in Japan to preserve build quality, supply chain reliability, and engineering standards associated with the model.

Where is the Crown assembled?

To identify the Crown’s primary production site, the following information highlights the main assembly location used for recent generations.

• Motomachi Plant, Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan — the principal assembly site for current Crown generations

In practice, most Crown units are manufactured at the Motomachi facility, with any regional export arrangements typically involving shipments from Japan rather than distinct local assembly lines.

Regional availability and local assembly considerations

Although the Crown is marketed in multiple countries, mass local assembly outside Japan has not been a defining feature of the current generation. Some markets have received imports from Japan, while localized assembly efforts for Crown remain limited compared with other Toyota models.

Bottom line

The Toyota Crown’s production remains centered in Japan, with Motomachi Plant in Aichi Prefecture serving as the core site for assembly. This aligns the model with Toyota’s premium, Japan-origin branding and supply-chain strategy.

Summary

In short, yes—the Toyota Crown is built in Japan, primarily at the Motomachi Plant, and this production arrangement continues to underpin the Crown’s status as Toyota’s flagship Japanese sedan with global reach.

Is the Toyota Crown made in Japan?

Yes, the Toyota Crown is made in Japan. It has been produced at the Tsutsumi Plant in Aichi, Japan since it was first launched. All current Crown models, including the Sedan, Crossover, and Signia, are built in Japan.
 

• Primary production location: The Toyota Crown is manufactured at the Tsutsumi Plant in Aichi, Japan. 
• Product range: This includes all variations, such as the Crown Sedan, Crown Crossover, Crown Sport, and Crown Signia. 
• Significance: The Crown has a long history of being built in Japan, dating back to its introduction in 1955, and is considered a flagship model for the brand there. 

How do I know if my Toyota is Japan or USA built?

You can tell if your Toyota is built in Japan or the USA by checking the first character of the 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN); 'J' indicates Japan, while '1', '4', or '5' indicate the USA. The VIN can be found on the driver-side dashboard or door jamb.
 
Method 1: Check the VIN

• Locate the VIN: Find the 17-character VIN on the dashboard (visible through the windshield) or on the sticker on the driver's side door jamb. 
• Examine the first character: Look at the very first letter of the VIN. 
  • 'J': The vehicle was assembled in Japan. 
  • '1', '4', or '5': The vehicle was assembled in the United States. 
• Other country codes: For your reference, other common codes are: '2' for Canada, and '3' for Mexico. 

Method 2: Check the window sticker (if available) 

• Find the original sticker: If you have the original window sticker, also known as the Monroney label, look for a section that states the "Final Assembly Point" or "Country of Origin". 

Method 3: Check the 11th digit for specific models (e.g., RAV4) 

• For certain models, such as the RAV4, the 11th digit of the VIN can also specify the assembly plant. An 'A' or 'T' can indicate an American plant, while 'J' can indicate a Japanese plant. 

Which Toyota models are built in Japan?

Several Toyota models, including the Mirai, 86, Land Cruiser, and 4Runner, are exclusively made in Japan. Other models like the Prius, Camry, Corolla, and RAV4 are also produced in Japan, though some versions of these vehicles may also be made in other countries like the USA. 
Exclusively or primarily made in Japan 

• 4Runner: Built in Japan at the Tahara or Hino plants.
• 86: Exclusively made in Japan.
• Land Cruiser: Exclusively made in Japan.
• Mirai: Exclusively made in Japan.
• Century: Made in Japan.
• GR Corolla and GR Yaris: Built in Japan.
• Crown: Various versions are manufactured in Japan.
• Noah and Voxy: Made in Japan.
• Prius: Exclusively or primarily made in Japan for certain markets, with the hybrid models being a key example. 

Made in Japan and other countries 

• Camry: Produced in Japan and the USA; some trim levels (like AWD and V6) are made in the US, while some hybrid versions are built in Japan. 
• Corolla: Manufactured in both Japan and the USA, depending on the model and market. Japan-made Corolla Hybrids are a prominent example. 
• RAV4: Produced in Japan and the USA. The RAV4 Prime (plug-in hybrid) is exclusively built in Japan. 
• Harrier: Produced in Japan. 
• Corolla Cross: Produced in Japan. 

How to check if a Toyota was built in Japan

• VIN number: The 11th digit of the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) indicates the assembly plant. If it is the letter "J," the vehicle was assembled in Japan. 

Which Toyotas are not made in Japan?

Although Toyota is a Japanese company, it builds many of its vehicles in American factories. Here's where some of the most popular models are made: Georgetown, Kentucky: Camry, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES. Princeton, Indiana: Sienna, Highlander, Grand Highlander.