THE RAILWAY MUSEUM
1H from Tokyo
The Railway Museum opened in Omiya, Saitama City, on October 14, 2007 as the main project to commemorate the 20th anniversary of JR East.
In July 2018, the new South Wing was opened and the permanent exhibits in the Main Wing were completely renewed. This renewal has transformed the museum into a museum that develops a rich story of people and railroads from a variety of perspectives by dividing the museum into five stations : rolling stock, history, work, science, and the future.
The "Train Station" is the museum's largest exhibition room with 36 cars on display. Other vehicles are also displayed in the South Building and around the Mini Driving Park.
Five stations (exhibition rooms) with themes of "train car," "science," "work," "history," and "future. Centering on hands-on exhibits, a rich story of people and railroads is told from a variety of perspectives.
Experience simulated train driving with the "mini driving train" and "simulator! Don't miss one of the largest railroad dioramas in Japan.
Address
3-47 Onari-cho, Omiya-ku, Saitama-shi, Saitama, 330-0852 Japan
Access Information
New Shuttle Train Line from Omiya Station
Get off at The Railway Museum station, 1 minute walk.
Phone number
048-651-0088
Official URL
Business hours
10:00 AM -5:00 PM (last admission 4:30 PM)
Regular holidays and closed days
Tuesdays, Year-end and New Year holidays
Charges
Same-day admission ¥1,330 for adults, ¥620 for elementary, junior high and high school students, ¥310 for infants (3 years old and older and preschool children)
Parking Information
￥1,000 for cars / per day (tax included)
￥2,040 for group bus / per day (tax included)
Remarks
Foreign language support (app. brochure): English, Traditional, Simplified, Korean, French, German, Spanish, Thai, Indonesian.
Tourist route including this experience
The Railway Museum and Glicopia East Confectionary Theme Park
5-8H
Enrich your holiday with a blend of fun and education! Begin with a visit to The Railway Museum, one of the largest of its kind in Japan, where you can dive into the fascinating history and structure of Japanese trains and railways. Then, tour the confectionery factory where the beloved Japanese snack Pocky is made. Watch the production process, try your hand at decorating (fee and reservation required), and indulge in sweets loved by all ages. This itinerary promises enjoyment for both families and friends alike.
Shaved ice Kawamuraya Omiya Honten + Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Shrine Power Spot
5-8H
Omiya is an area centered on JR Omiya Station in Saitama Prefecture. Because of its convenient access from Tokyo, the area is bustling with tourists and commuters every day. The Omiya area has many attractive spots for both adults and children.