Railway Museum, Railway museum in Ōnarichō, Japan
The Railway Museum spans across multiple buildings featuring 36 rolling stock exhibits, including locomotives, passenger cars, and high-speed trains displayed in dedicated stations.
The museum opened in October 2007 as part of JR East's 20th Anniversary project, showcasing Japan's first locomotive from 1872 and documenting railway development.
The Job Station section demonstrates railway operations through exhibits of professional tools and displays that highlight Japanese railway safety standards.
The museum operates daily from 10:00 to 18:00, with admission fees of 1,600 yen for adults and reduced rates for students and children.
Visitors can experience train operation through simulators, explore an extensive diorama, and observe real trains passing on nearby Takasaki Line tracks.
Location: Ōnarichō
Inception: 2007
Architects: JR East Design
Official opening: October 14, 2007
Operator: 公益財団法人東日本鉄道文化財団
Address: 大成町3丁目47番 330-0852
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00-18:00
Phone: +81486510088
Website: https://railway-museum.jp/e
GPS coordinates: 35.92056,139.61833
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:31
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