[2025 Saitama Attraction] Travel Guide for The Railway Museum (Updated Apr)

#Indoor Good Places A friend who just came back from a trip to Tokyo strongly recommended that we take MM to the Saitama Railway Museum in Japan. We decided to visit this attraction on our last day in Tokyo. The Saitama Railway Museum in Japan is a museum dedicated to the history and technology of railways. The museum displays various train carriages, locomotives and railway equipment, allowing visitors to get a close look at the development of trains. The museum also has a model railway display area where visitors can observe scaled-down trains running on tracks. In addition, the museum also provides various interactive experiences, such as riding a retro train and operating a driving simulator (since the age of the experience must be over 13 years old, this time MM's father experienced driving a steam train) The Saitama Railway Museum not only shows the past of railways to the public, but also witnesses the development of Japan's railway industry. 💥Exciting content💥 ✅Display 42 powerful real vehicles ✅Children can make an appointment to use the "Simulator" and "Mini Driving Train" to experience the simulation operation of railway vehicles ✅Experience tips: After entering, you can download the Railway Museum app to make an appointment to draw lots to participate in the event ✅Visit the "Railway Culture Gallery" to learn about Japanese railways and culture For friends who are interested in railways or parents with children and children traveling, this is definitely a good place worth visiting. Staying indoors and visiting museums in the summer is also a good way to beat the heat. 📍Address: 3-47 Daisei-cho, Omiya-ku, Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture 🚗Access: Take the NEW Shuttle from Omiya Station and get off at the Railway Museum Station, then walk for 3 minutes 🕰️Business hours: 10:00-17:00 (last entry at 16:30) 💰Admission fee Adults 1,600 yen | Elementary, middle and high school students: 600 yen #100 ways to travel #japan #tokyo #tokyotrip #tokyotravel

The South Building of the Railway Museum is an experiential facility, and offers a wide variety of experiences! The conductor simulator is something you won't find anywhere else! You can open and close doors and make announcements just like a real conductor! You can also find your ticket and go through the ticket gate, and experience using the JR Midori no Madoguchi ticket counter! #themepark #museum #railwaymuseum #coupletrip

There are many different vehicles on display at the Railway Museum, but one that really catches your eye is this electric locomotive with its slightly unusual shape! These days, most electric locomotives are so square that they could even be described as rectangular, but the old ones had bonnets! #themepark #museum #railwaymuseum #coupletrip

In the static train viewing area, there is an area that recreates the old Tokyo Station! A passenger car from the Fuji train is preserved here! The interior of the train is quite luxurious, isn't it? Even the station sign and atmosphere made me feel like I had traveled back in time! I wish it would just start moving again! #themepark #museum #railwaymuseum #coupletrip

Not only can you see many statically preserved trains at the Railway Museum, but it's also an experiential museum! Today we'd like to introduce you to the railroad crossing installed in the South Building! This is the same railroad crossing that is actually in use! When you press the emergency stop button, a siren sounds and the emergency stop signal lights up! It's incredibly realistic! #themepark #railroadmuseum #museum #coupletrip

We arrived at the area inside the Railway Museum where Shimbashi Station has been recreated! The train that is preserved here is the No. 1 locomotive. This vehicle was the first railway introduced in Japan and came from England! Amazingly, only one train set of this vehicle was ever introduced! It is an extremely valuable vehicle that has been designated a national treasure and important cultural property! The first section it operated on was between Shimbashi Station and Yokohama Station! #themepark #museum #railwaymuseum #coupletrip

The Railway Museum's restaurant was designed to resemble an old railway dining car! In the past, there were many trains with dining cars! However, nowadays, as train speeds have improved, the demand for dining cars has decreased. What a shame! From now on, if you eat at this restaurant in the Railway Museum, you can get the feeling of being in a dining car! #themepark #railwaymuseum #museum #coupletrip #gourmettrip #gourmet

When you enter the Railway Museum and go to the area where the statically preserved trains are gathered, you will see the large SL C57 No. 135! SL C57 No. 135 is mounted on a turntable! The large train expresses strength, after all! The jet black body is very cool! #themepark #museum #railwaymuseum #coupletrip

The Railway Museum's museum shop has a huge selection of items! The best thing to buy is the Railway Museum exclusive items! There are many items that can only be purchased at the Railway Museum! If you go with children, be careful of the Plarail sales area! There were many children crying, begging, "Buy it! Buy it!" By the way, there is even a warning sign! With such a wide selection, it seems like it will be very expensive when you pay the bill... By the way, the disinfectant installed at the entrance as a preventive measure against COVID-19 has become a disinfectant "station"! #themepark #museum #coupletrip #railwaymuseum

You can enjoy the museum without a ticket, and the entrance is well thought out! For train fans, the exhibition of preserved trains and the opportunity to see a variety of wheels is a must-see! By the way, there is even a design of the Shinkansen timetable on the ground! To be honest, I was surprised at how much attention to detail they put into it! #themepark #museum #railwaymuseum #coupletrip

The Railway Museum is one of the major theme parks in Omiya! The Railway Museum is directly connected to the Railway Museum (Taisei) Station on the New Shuttle Line. Because it's directly connected to the Railway Museum, the photo booths at the station have a train design! The inside of the ticket gates is also designed to give you the feeling of being in the Railway Museum, with train simulator games and a New Shuttle wheel on display! It's exciting to stop by before going to the Railway Museum! #themepark #railwaymuseum #museum #coupletrip

The circular three-story museum is divided into three theme halls: "Railway, History and Education". The first floor occupies the largest area, followed by the roof garden on the top floor. As soon as you step into the museum, you will be attracted by the large physical train display area in front of you. From the steam locomotives of the Meiji era to today's new Shinkansen trains, the history of Japanese railway development is divided into 8 major themes: The dawn of the railway era, the expansion to a national railway network, the birth of express trains and the beginning of commuter transport, the era of mass transport and electrification, the formation of a national express train network, the birth of the Shinkansen, the role of freight transport, and the history of the imperial coach. It records the history of railways and technological development, and also displays precious trains of different eras and models lined up in a row, which is quite spectacular.

This is the Railway Museum in Omiya, Saitama Prefecture. The Railway Museum is a railway museum that opened in October 2007 as the main project for the 20th anniversary of JR East's founding. The museum is based on the concepts of "railroads," "history," and "education." In addition to displaying actual trains while recreating the scenery of those days, there are many fascinating corners where you can feel close to trains, such as Japan's largest train diorama, Japan's first simulator using the "D51" driver's cab, and hands-on learning using actual trains and models. ✐☡ There are 41 impressive trains on display, including outdoors! From old trains you've never seen before to trains that are still in use, you can see them all at once, so it's a lot of fun to look at them♪ There is a large diorama, you can experience simulators, and you can learn about trains in the science zone, so you can play all day long ⸝⋆⸝⋆ There is also a bento shop where you can eat bento while looking at actual trains for lunch🍱 - - - - - - 📍Saitama Prefecture Omiya 💰General ¥1,330 / ¥620 for elementary, middle and high school students 🕚10:00-18:00 🚘Parking ¥820 per day 🚃 1 minute walk from Railway Museum (Taisei) Station #Saitama #SaitamaPrefecture #Omiya #Saitama #RailwayMuseum #Railway #SummerShortTrip #TripWithKids #JapanGenkiProject2021 #Museum

A good place to travel | Japan Railway Museum I think the railway is an indispensable factor in Japan's travel, whether it is a special theme sightseeing train, or a unique railway landscape, criss-crossing, railroad crossing In a country with an extremely developed system, the railway has become the most important part of Japanese culture. When you come to Tokyo with convenient transportation, you must go to the Railway Museum in Saitama not far away! After purchasing the commemorative ticket, took a short section of the railway, this exciting museum is in front of you, the high-end avant-garde decoration style and a wide range of surrounding goods, is my first impression of ta, But the good play is still behind. When we enter the train exhibition hall, it seems to have passed back to the past. From the rickshaw to the business train of the Showa era, the retro and elegant 1:1 train model can not only visit but also "ride", and some even move Come to the real thing.

#DomesticTravelTips The Railway Museum in Saitama City is a popular facility where you can learn about the history and mechanics of Japanese railways. There's plenty to enjoy, from the impressive exhibits to driving simulators and activities for children! We've compiled tips on how to avoid crowds and have a comfortable time. 📍 Basic information • Location: 3-47 Taisei-cho, Omiya-ku, Saitama-shi, Saitama • Business hours: 10:00-17:00 (last entry 16:30) • Closed: Every Tuesday, New Year's holiday • Admission fee: • Adults: 1,330 yen • Elementary, middle and high school students: 620 yen • Infants (3 years and older): 310 yen 🚃 Access: • 3 minutes by New Shuttle from JR "Omiya Station", directly connected to "Railway Museum Station" • Parking available (1,200 yen/day, advance reservation required) 🔥 Tips and things to see 🔹 1. Enter right after opening to avoid crowds! • It's best to arrive at the opening time of 10:00. • It gets crowded with families and groups from the afternoon onwards. 🔹 2. Make sure to check out the sights! 🚂 Actual Train Station • See over 40 real trains up close, from steam locomotives to Shinkansen trains! • Don't miss the turntable rotation demonstration (several times a day). It's impressive! 🎮 Driving Simulator (8th photo) • Experience what it's like to be a Shinkansen or conventional train driver. • It's popular, so be sure to get a numbered ticket as soon as you enter! 🧒 Kids Plaza • There are areas for small children to play, such as the "Mini Hayabusa" and "Plarail Corner." • It gets crowded, so it's best to go early in the morning. 🕒 3. Recommended route 10:00: Opening → Get a ticket for the driving simulator immediately after entering 10:30: Take a leisurely look at the real trains → Watch the turntable rotation demonstration 12:00: Lunch at the in-house restaurant "Nihon Shokudo" → There are also nostalgic ekiben🍱 13:00: View the railway diorama → Adults will be fascinated by the realistic train model running! 14:00: Play at the Kids Plaza → It gets crowded in the afternoon, so it's recommended to go early 15:00: Buy souvenirs at the museum shop🚄 🍽️ In-house gourmet • Ekiben shop: A wide selection of ekiben familiar to Tokyo Station! • Nihon Shokudo: A restaurant reminiscent of train travel in the Showa era. We recommend the popular "Hachikuma Rice"🍛 🛤️ Summary ✅ Avoid the crowds by entering at the same time as the museum opens at 10:00! ✅ Secure your driving simulator ticket with top priority ✅ Don't miss the actual trains, dioramas, and turntables ✅ Enjoy the feeling of a train journey with an ekiben or Japanese restaurant for lunch A great time for the whole family, not just train fans!

Transportation From Tokyo: It takes only 30 minutes by train, and the fare is about JPY 490–600. We recommend taking the JR line from Tokyo Station to Saitama-Shintoshin Station. Main Attractions Saitama Super Arena Highlights: Various large-scale events are held here, such as concerts and sports events. The unique architectural style makes it a great place to take photos. Transportation: It can be reached by a 5-minute walk from Saitama-Shintoshin Station. Hikawa Shrine Highlights: A shrine with a history of more than 2,000 years, it is the head shrine of the Kanto region's Hikawa shrines. It is solemn and suitable for praying for blessings. Location: Located in Omiya Ward, Saitama City. Touring: We recommend walking for 13 minutes from Omiya Station to the "Second Torii Gate" and then walking along the Hikawa Sando to the "Third Torii Gate." The Railway Museum Highlights: A paradise for train enthusiasts, it is divided into five stations: vehicles, history, work, science, and the future, and displays stories of people and railways. Tickets: JPY 1,330 per person for on-site purchase, JPY 1,230 per person for advance booking on the official website. Opening hours: 10:00–17:00 (last admission at 16:30), closed on Tuesdays and during the New Year holidays. Transportation: Get off at Tetsudo-Hakubutsukan Station. Osaki Park Highlights: Free admission, there is a water play area, a children's zoo, and a forest adventure castle, making it suitable for family trips. Address: 3156-1 Osaki, Midori Ward, Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture. Transportation: Take the Kokusai Kogyo Bus "Ura 01" or "Ura 02" from JR Urawa Station, get off at "Osaki Botanical Garden," and walk for 3 minutes. Rose Garden Highlights: There are 1,600 varieties of roses, which are colorful and suitable for taking photos and buying rose-themed products. Atami Shopping Street Highlights: A paradise for food and shopping, we recommend trying cheese and octopus fish cakes, fruit-flavored honey, and alfonsino soup. Practical Tips App Recommendations: Google Translate (conversation, photo translation, and map functions), Suica (for convenient subway travel). Accommodation Recommendations: There are various accommodation options near Omiya Station, JR Urawa Station, and Saitama-Shintoshin Station, which are cost-effective. Itinerary: We recommend arranging at least two days to visit the main attractions and enjoy local food.

#0yentravelnovember The Railway Museum in Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture is a must-see tourist spot for train enthusiasts. It's easily accessible, about 3 minutes by New Shuttle from Omiya Station, and is recommended for families. Inside the museum, you can enjoy real train cars and a driving simulator, which can be enjoyed by children and adults alike. I was particularly satisfied with the makunouchi bento lunch I bought at the Ekiben Shop, which serves meals that recreate nostalgic ekiben, as it gave me the feeling of being on a journey. Spring and autumn are comfortable seasons, making them perfect for sightseeing. It was a place where I could fully experience the charm of trains!

#Free VIP room change on the 27th of each month Member Day Recently I visited the Omiya Railway Museum in Saitama Prefecture, Japan, a place that gave me a deeper understanding of Japanese railway culture. As soon as I entered the museum, the rich exhibitions and various train models dazzled my eyes, as if I had returned to the golden age of railways. There are many actual trains in the museum, from vintage steam trains to modern high-speed trains, and each vehicle carries a unique story. I especially like visiting the historic steam trains. Standing next to them, I can almost hear their roar on the rails. In addition to the trains themselves, the museum also features interactive exhibits that allow visitors to experience driving simulators first-hand, which I found very exciting. Sitting in the driver's seat, I experienced the thrill of driving a train. Although it was just a simulation, it gave me a more intuitive understanding of railway operations. The museum's guided tours were also very attentive, and the staff enthusiastically shared a lot of interesting railway history and stories behind it. I am particularly impressed by the development and technological innovation of Japanese railways. At the end of the visit, I bought some small gifts in the museum's souvenir shop, including railway models and commemorative postcards, as a wonderful souvenir of this unforgettable experience. Overall, the Omiya Railway Museum is a place full of educational and entertainment value, and it made me appreciate Japan's railway culture even more. I look forward to visiting again in the future to explore more of the charm of the railway! #trip

#Check-in Omiya Railway Museum is a very popular museum in Japan that focuses on the history and technology of railways. Here are some reasons to visit the Omiya Railway Museum: 1. **Rich Railway History**: The museum showcases the development of Japanese railways, including early steam locomotives and modern high-speed trains, allowing visitors to gain an in-depth understanding of the impact of railways on Japan's economy and society. 2. **Interactive Experience**: The museum offers a variety of interactive exhibitions, including simulated driving, train operation experience, etc., allowing visitors to experience the charm of railways firsthand, which is especially suitable for families and children. 3. **Diverse exhibits**: The museum houses a large collection of railway models, real vehicles and cultural relics. The exhibits cover railway culture from different periods and regions. For railway enthusiasts, this is a dream place. 4. **Expertise**: Museum staff and volunteer guides usually have extensive railway knowledge and can provide professional explanations and background information to help visitors better understand the exhibition. 5. **Parent-child activities**: The museum often organizes educational activities and workshops for children, allowing them to learn about railways through games and increase their interest in science and technology. 6. **Convenient transportation**: Omiya Railway Museum is located in the suburbs of Tokyo, with convenient transportation, making it an ideal day trip destination from Tokyo. 7. **Unique Photo Opportunities**: Both the exterior and interior of the museum offer many unique photo opportunities, whether photographing historic trains or modern trains, to capture the beauty of the railway. 8. **Experience of railway culture**: This is not only a display of railway transportation, but also an exhibition about railway culture, including railway cuisine and the surrounding lifestyle. In short, the Omiya Railway Museum is not only a place to learn about the history of Japanese railways, but also a good place to experience technology and culture. Whether you are a railway fan, a family traveler, or a tourist interested in history, you can find fun and knowledge here.

Our first trip together We were full of excitement and thrills! We're not used to traveling, so the trip went more smoothly than we thought it would. We laughed and were moved with our son, and saw a lot of beautiful scenery! I want to plan more trips and see beautiful scenery together☆ Our children are still young, so we mostly travel domestically, but someday I'd like to travel abroad✈️ I want to discover many things, expand my horizons, and broaden my world I never knew planning a trip could be so much fun! Where should we go next? #FreeTabi #SummerVacation #RailwayMuseum #Maebashi #Takasaki #Shinkansen

Located in Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture, right next to Tokyo, the Omiya Railway Museum is a national-level attraction. Originally known as the Tokyo Transportation Museum, it was one of Asia's most iconic museums. After several relocations, it reopened in 2007 at a new site in Omiya, Saitama, under the name 'The Railway Museum.' Transportation Guide: From JR Tokyo Station, take the Shinkansen to JR Omiya Station, which takes only 24 minutes. Alternatively, you can take the Takasaki Line or Utsunomiya Line from JR Tokyo Station, which takes about 40 minutes. From JR Ikebukuro Station, take the JR Saikyo Line or JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line, which takes about 30 minutes. Once you arrive at JR Omiya Station, transfer to the Saitama New Urban Transit New Shuttle and get off at 'Tetsudo-Hakubutsukan Station' to reach the museum. The entrance of the Omiya Railway Museum is already impressive, featuring various train heads, wheels, and information boards, setting high expectations even before entering. Admission fees are 1,330 yen for adults, 620 yen for elementary, junior high, and high school students, and 310 yen for children. Upon entering, you'll find the service desk and ticket inspection area. The museum has four floors, divided into the main building, south building, and north building, with areas for children's playgrounds, future exhibits, history, science, and vehicle displays. The exhibition space is modeled after the York Railway Museum in the UK. The first-floor hall resembles a roundhouse, with a turntable centered around the C57135 locomotive, surrounded by exhibition rooms displaying preserved vehicles. In addition to trains from the Tokyo Transportation Museum, many more preserved trains have been added. The Railway Museum houses national treasure-level historical documents, railway memorabilia, a train model gallery, and driving simulators, covering history, technology, and education. It's evident that this is a 'national-level' museum. Outside the museum, there's an outdoor railway experience area where you can see both elevated Shinkansen and ground-level conventional lines. The steam locomotives in the Omiya Railway Museum's collection are all heavyweight national treasures. The previously mentioned C57 135 is the last passenger steam locomotive of the Japan National Railways, known for its slender boiler and perfect proportions, earning it the nickname 'Lady.' After ending its service on the Muroran Main Line in Hokkaido in 1975, it was sent to the Tokyo Transportation Museum, where it lacked sufficient space. Now, the C57 135 has a new stage and regularly whistles and rotates, becoming a focal point for visitors. Various display cars are open for tours, and numerous simulation devices allow you to experience operating them firsthand. A serious visit typically takes half a day, while a quick tour requires at least two hours. If you haven't been, make sure to add this to your Tokyo itinerary—it's definitely worth the visit.

Taste the sweet potatoes of Little Edo, absorb Japanese culture See the magnificent glaciers in Saitama Prefecture (埼玉) . Saitama is in the Kanto region Not far from downtown Tokyo It is a city of shrines and ancient history Where prosperity and nature coexist There is also the old town of the Edo period, Kawagoe And there are many interesting places in Loei . • How to get there You can travel from Thailand → Tokyo Airport Take the train from Ikebukuro Station via the JR Saikyo Line And the Shonan-Shinjuku Line or from Tokyo Station Via the Keihin Tohoku Line and the Takasaki Line . Points of interest • Hitsujiyama Park (Hitsujiyama) • Kawagoe old street • Hikawa Shrine • The Railway Museum • Misotsuchi no Tsurara • Gongendo Park • Mitsumine Jinja • Moomin Valley Park • Oshi Castle • Gyoda Ancient Lotus Park . Must-try Saitama food! • Walnut Soba Hot soba with a rich and fragrant soup made from walnuts • Sweet Potato You have to try all the sweets made from sweet potatoes • Hiyajiru Udon Cold soup udon that is perfect for the summer

🚆It is about 40 minutes' drive from Tokyo, which is quite convenient. The park has indoor and outdoor areas. The indoor area covers a large area and houses various trains and trams, which basically witness the history of Japan's modern railway development. Adults and children can get different experiences here. 🚆It would be a good idea to buy a train bento early, because there will be many people queuing up to buy bento at noon. 🚆It is very suitable to bring children to experience the facilities of driving a train, but please note that there is an age limit, and you can make an online reservation and choose the time on your mobile phone. 🚆There are children who pay to drive the train. After entering the ticket gate, go to the left and leave the building on the left. 🚆Adults drive the train at the building on the right side of the ticket gate and then turn right; driving the Shinkansen is also a good experience. If you don’t get in line, you can queue up on site. There is a small Shinkansen outside the slide that you can pay to ride . #Tokyo Attractions

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#2024wish Just had a train-tastic day at The Railway Museum in Saitama! 🚂 The 1,300 JPY entrance fee was a small fare for a journey through Japan's fascinating rail history. 💸 The museum is a paradise for locomotive enthusiasts – from vintage steam engines to sleek shinkansen, it's a rail lover's dream come true. 🚆 The interactive exhibits allow you to hop on and experience different train models firsthand. 🎟️ The outdoor railway park is a highlight – a lineup of retired trains you can explore and even step inside. The miniature train ride was a hit – felt like a kid again! 🚄👧 Located near Omiya Station, the bonsai village and Hikawa Shrine are perfect nearby spots for post-museum exploration. And don't forget the themed cafe inside the museum for a train-shaped treat! 🌳🍵 #RailwayMuseumAdventure #TrainLoverDream #SaitamaExploration #AllAboardJapan

Tokyo Railway Museum 🚝🚃🚄🚅🚈🚂 1) The museum can be admitted at 10am, but there is no online ticket purchase on the official website, such as walk-in tickets have to wait until 11am to be purchased at the ticket machine at the door 2) 7-11 and Lawson in Japan can offer online ticket purchase, the latter does not require registration as a member, so I booked online at Lawson. Enter the Lawson Store it has a machine called Loppi, enter the order information, print the invoice to the counter to pay. It should be noted that booked tickets must be collected within three days. 3) Download the museum's raffle app before entering, because all events that require payment to play, must be reserved using this app, no walk in line. I probably started drawing tickets at 10:50, E5 Simulator has one spot left, outdoor mini train morning seats are almost full.So if too late to enter and have not downloaded this app, basically those to pay for popular events can not play. 4) There is a restaurant with a view on the top floor, I accidentally sat in a seat where you can see the Shinkansen passing through. If you are a rail fan or have a great love for Shinkansen warriors, this museum is worth a visit 😉

One of the oldest and largest railway museums in Japan, easily accessible from Tokyo, just 30 minutes away.