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Railway History Park in SAIJO
Experience the appeal of railways through real train cars and a variety of exhibits.
Located just east of JR Iyo-Saijo Station, this tourist facility features historical railway-related exhibits along with a tourist information center. It is made up of four buildings: the Shikoku Railway Cultural Museum North Hall, the Shikoku Railway Cultural Museum South Hall, the Shinji Sogo Memorial Museum, and the Tourism Exchange Center.
The Shikoku Railway Cultural Museum displays six railway cars and related items, including vehicles once used in Shikoku such as the first-generation 0 Series Shinkansen and the No. 1 JNR DF50 diesel locomotive. The driver's cabs of the 0 Series Shinkansen and the DF50 are always open to visitors, and you can even sit in the driver's seat. There is also a large railway diorama, model trains, and a recreated old-fashioned station building, making it enjoyable for everyone from children to dedicated rail fans.
The Shinji Sogo Memorial Museum introduces the achievements of Shinji Sogo, known as the father of the Shinkansen, and also lets visitors learn about his life and his passion for building high-speed railways. The Tourism Exchange Center provides sightseeing information and local area guidance, and also has shops selling local specialties, souvenirs, and railway goods.
Highlights
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Shikoku’s only full-scale railway museum.
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A tourist facility featuring historical railway exhibits and local area information.
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Six railway cars are on display, including the first-generation 0 Series Shinkansen and the No. 1 JNR DF50 diesel locomotive.
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The free-admission Shinji Sogo Memorial Museum and Tourism Exchange Center are also worth a visit.
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The buildings are wooden structures made with Ehime cedar, making them great for commemorative photos.
Photos
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The Shikoku Railway Cultural Museum North Hall, where the first-generation 0 Series Shinkansen and other trains are on display
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The 0 Series Shinkansen and DF50 diesel locomotive. You can admire a real 0 Series Shinkansen up close
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A Free Gauge Train is displayed in the plaza in front of the South Hall
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A railway diorama in action at the Shikoku Railway Cultural Museum South Hall
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Is there free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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Ehime Free Wi-Fi is available throughout all buildings.
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Are there coin lockers?
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No, there are not.
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Is re-entry allowed?
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Yes, re-entry is allowed on the same day only.
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Is there a smoking area?
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Smoking is prohibited inside all buildings. There is one smoking area on the premises.
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Can I take photos?
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Photography is allowed anywhere inside the buildings.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 鉄道歴史パーク in SAIJO
- Postal Code
- 793-0030
- Address
- 798-1 Omachi, Saijo, Ehime 793-0030
- Phone
- 0897-47-3855 (Shikoku Railway Cultural Museum)
- Closed on
- Shikoku Railway Cultural Museum and Shinji Sogo Memorial Museum: Wednesdays (or the following day if Wednesday is a national holiday); Tourism Exchange Center: open daily
- Hours
- Shikoku Railway Cultural Museum and Shinji Sogo Memorial Museum: 9:00am–5:00pm (Last admission at 4:30pm), Tourism Exchange Center: 9:00am–6:00pm (product sales corner open until 5:30pm)
- Admission
- Shikoku Railway Cultural Museum (combined ticket for the North and South Halls): high school students and older 300 yen, elementary and junior high school students 100 yen, preschool children free
- Access
- Just a short walk from JR Iyo-Saijo Station
- Credit Cards
- Not accepted (except at the Tourism Exchange Center)
- Official website
- Official website (Japanese)
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