Railway History Park in SAIJO

愛媛県

4.2

general.prefecture.

Railway fans must-see spots such as Shinkansen exhibitions.

This is a tourist and exchange area in Saijo City, with four facilities: the "Shikoku Railway Cultural Center North Hall," "Shikoku Railway Cultural Center South Hall," "Juko Shinji Memorial Hall," and "Tourism Exchange Center." Visitors can learn about railways and the attractions of Saijo City. In addition to an introduction to Juko Shinji, a great man known as the father of the Shinkansen, exhibits include the "0 Series Shinkansen," "DF50 Diesel Locomotive," the "C57 Steam Locomotive" called the "Lady" by fans, the former JNR express train "Kiha 65 Diesel Car," "DE10 Diesel Locomotive," and the "Free Gauge Train Second Test Car," allowing visitors to get up close to the vehicles.

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Experience the History of Railway Vehicles Through Exhibits

The Railway History Park in SAIJO, Ehime Prefecture, is a spot where you can get up close and personal with the history of railway vehicles. You can view valuable actual vehicles such as the 0 series Shinkansen and the DF50 diesel locomotive exhibited at the Shikoku Railway Culture Museum. Additionally, you can even experience sitting in the driver's seat! It's a must-see place for transportation enthusiasts of all ages, from children to adults.

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Enjoy Retro Train Station and Trains

The Railway History Park in SAIJO, Niihama City, is a spot where you can enjoy a retro train station and trains. At the Shikoku Railway Cultural Center and the Jugo Shinji Memorial Museum, you can experience the nostalgic atmosphere while touching actual vehicles such as the 0 Series Shinkansen and SL. There is also a moving diorama! Exciting experiences await both children and adults.

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Experience the Steam Locomotives that were Used in Active Service

The Railway History Park in Saijo, Niihama City, is known for exhibiting steam locomotives that were used in active service. Among them, the C57 type steam locomotive, affectionately known as "The Lady," is particularly impressive! Visitors can enter the driver's seat and passenger seats to experience the atmosphere of the time. This place, which is the first full-scale railway museum in Shikoku, also offers a variety of life-sized dioramas, from the Shinkansen to diesel locomotives, for visitors to enjoy.

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Enjoy a Meal in a Nostalgic Atmosphere at a Restaurant

At the Railway History Park in Saijo, there is a restaurant with a nostalgic atmosphere. Eating here will make you feel as if you've slipped back in time to the Showa era. With its retro atmosphere and delicious food, you can spend a memorable time. This place, where you can satisfy your hunger after visiting the Shikoku Railway Culture Museum and the Jukou Shinji Memorial Hall, is a hidden gem that can be enjoyed by families and couples alike.

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Experience the Feeling of Being a Train Driver at the Model Train Corner

The Railway History Park in Saijo, Niihama City, is Shikoku's first railway museum, and the model train corner where you can experience the feeling of being a train driver is popular here. Why not operate the train yourself and run it while being impressed by its realistic reproduction? In addition, valuable actual vehicles are also on display, allowing you to learn about their structure and history. This place, which can be enjoyed by both children and adults, is also perfect as a family or date spot!

Basic Information

	Address	798-1 Omachi, Saijo City, Ehime Prefecture
	Business Hours	Mon: 9:00～17:00 Tue: 9:00～17:00 Wed: 定休日 Thu: 9:00～17:00 Fri: 9:00～17:00 Sat: 9:00～17:00 Sun: 9:00～17:00
	TEL	0897-47-3855
	Web Site	http://s-trp.jp/

Average Review

4.2

5 Reviews

鉄道歴史パークSAIJO JR伊予西条駅のすぐ隣、車での訪問でも駐車場ありました（無料）鉄道歴史パークSAIJOへの入館料は大人１人３００円でした。館内は写真撮影自由に出来ます。実物の車輌にも触って入れます。　０系新幹線の運転席にも入って運転台に座れますヨ。 JRを挟んで北館と南館に分かれており、跨線橋を渡って行き来出来ます。北館は０系新幹線とDF50機関車の実車（両方入れます）南館にはＳＬＣ５７　キハ６５機関車（両方乗れます）やジオラマの鉄道模型があります。ジオラマは曜日によって変わるようですが１時間に１回程度運行されます。四国の観光と１日の様子が上手に作り込まれていました。何と言っても興味深いのは、屋外展示のフリーゲージトレインです。コストや耐久性の問題で残念ながら開発は中止になってしまったようですが、そのテスト車両の実車が展示されています。外観は近くで触れますが、中に入れなかったのが残念でした。スタッフの方々の対応も良かったです。大宮や京都の鉄道博物館と比較してもコンパクトですがとても楽しめるところでした。

伊予西条駅に隣接する、新幹線の生みの親十河信二氏を紹介しながら、鉄道の知識と楽しさを学べる鉄道歴史パークです。入口の券売機でチケットを購入します。チケットは北館と南館も利用できます。北館には、ゼロ系新幹線が展示されていて、運転席にも入れます。また、十河信二氏の生い立ちを楽しく学べる紙芝居は、おすすめです。敷地内には、南館の他に、観光案内施設と十河信二記念館があります。そのふたつは、無料です。観光案内施設内では、伊予西条の名水が無料で試飲できます。広場には、フリーゲージトレインが展示されていて、後ろには石槌山がそびえます。鉄道好きのちびっ子達が、楽しく鉄道知識を学べる素晴らしい施設でした。

伊予西条駅の、すぐ隣りにある、JR四国唯一の、鉄道の博物館です。展示車両も少なく、知名度が低いのか、平日だったせいもあり、あまり人はいなかったですね。ただ展示車両は、貴重な物が多く、特に、DF50は、全国唯一、ここに一両残るだけで、すぐには走れないもの、整備すれば、何と走行可能だそうです。0系新幹線は長すぎて建物に入りきらないせいか？半分になってました。車内の席にも座れます。HOゲージのジオラマも、あり、アンパンマン列車とか走ってましたので、休日は、子供達で賑わっていることでしょう。入場料は、300円の安さだし、館内の、若いお兄さんやお姉さん方は、とてもフレンドリーで荷物を預かってくれたりで、大サービスでした。鉄道グッズは、隣りの観光物産館にありますが、価格が安くてビックリ！関東や関西の、ボッタクリに近い売店やレストランも見習ってほしいところです。あっ、ここは、レストランはありませんので。駅にセブンと手作りパン屋さんがありますので、食事には困りません。車で来ても駐車場代も掛からないみたいです。晴れた暖かい日に、ゆっくり来るのがいいみたいです。