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Diorama Kyoto JAPAN
A stunning miniature city where a variety of trains race through scenes that look just like the real thing!
Located in Kyoto’s Ukyo Ward, right next to Torokko Saga Station and JR Saga-Arashiyama Station, Diorama Kyoto JAPAN is one of the largest railway diorama theme parks in western Japan. Opened in 2011 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Sagano Scenic Railway, the park features a meticulously crafted miniature world depicting Kyoto’s famous temples, shrines, and cityscapes-such as Kiyomizu-dera, Kinkaku-ji, and Toji’s five-storied pagoda-through which model trains run.
Visitors can even operate Shinkansen and limited express model trains themselves using a mascon (master controller), the same type used in real train driver’s cabins. The park also hosts a celestial show where stars are projected onto the ceiling to recreate a nighttime cityscape. As the train lights switch on, the vast diorama is illuminated, creating a magical and atmospheric scene.
Highlights
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One of the largest railway diorama museums in western Japan.
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Admire the intricately crafted miniature recreation of Kyoto’s cityscape.
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Operate model trains using a real train master controller (mascon).
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The popular celestial show brings the miniature city to life at night.
Photos
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A detailed diorama recreating the cityscape of Kyoto
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The popular celestial show
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Numerous model trains running through the miniature city
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
Sorry, we don’t.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
Yes, it is.
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Are coin lockers available?
Not available.
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Is it possible to re-enter the premises?
Yes, you can. Please speak to the staff if you wish to do so.
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Are there any smoking areas?
Not available.
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What time is the celestial show held?
It takes place three times a day at 10:30am, 1:30pm, and 3:30pm.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- ジオラマ京都JAPAN
- Postal Code
- 616-8373
- Address
- Sagatenryujikurumamichicho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto
- Telephone
- 075-871-3994(business hours 9:00am - 5:00pm)
- Closed
- Irregular holidays
- Business Hours
- 9:00am - 5:00pm(Admission allowed until 4:30pm)※May change depending on season
- Admission
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Adults 530yen, Children 320yen
With Sagano Scenic Railway ticket: Adults 420yen, Children 210yen - Access
- A short walk from JR Saga-Arashiyama Station.
- Credit Cards
- Not accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (English)