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A must-see for train beginners! Here are the train spots you can enjoy in Tokyo!

A train that I usually ride casually. However, each train has its own characteristics, and if you look into it, you will find that it has a lot of depth. So, this time we will introduce some railway spots that you can enjoy in Tokyo.

We have selected some places where you can learn about the history of railways, as well as some stylish spots, so be sure to check them out.

Subway Museum (Edogawa Ward)

As the name suggests, the Subway Museum in Edogawa Ward focuses on the subway.

Inside the museum, cars that actually ran on the subway are on display, so you're sure to get a sense of reality! In addition to the corner where you can learn about the history of the subway, there is also a general command experience space where you can learn about tunnel excavation technology and efforts to ensure safety when traveling.There are various corners that will answer questions for railway beginners. there is.

Railway museums often have simulators, and of course this museum also has one, where you can experience driving on the Chiyoda Line, Ginza Line, Yurakucho Line, and Tozai Line. You can operate it from an actual driver's cab, and the vibrations experienced by the driver are faithfully reproduced, so please give it a try.

There are also many other things to see, such as the quiz corner where you can test your knowledge about subways and the ``Metro Panorama'' where you can see a model train actually running!

INFORMATION

namesubway museum
location6-3-1 Higashikasai, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo Underpass of Kasai Station on the Tokyo Metro Tozai Line
telephone number03-3878-5011
Official URLhttp://www.chikahaku.jp/
GOOGLE MAP

Tobu Museum (Sumida Ward)


At the Tobu Museum in Sumida Ward, operated by Tobu Railway, you can get a close look at a steam locomotive that has been restored to its original state, and a wooden train that was used during the Taisho era when the line between Asakusa and Nishiarai was electrified. can do.

Of course, this museum also has simulators, but in addition to the 50050 series simulation, there is also a bus simulator. It's a full-fledged version that displays your score after you finish driving, so if you're confident in your driving technique, please give it a try.

Another thing you should check out is the ``Watching Bromenade'' located under the platform of Higashimukojima Station, the closest station to the museum. From here, you can observe the trains stopping at Higashimukojima Station from the height of the tracks. It'll be fun to see your favorite train from an angle you can't usually see!

INFORMATION

nameTobu Museum
location4-28-16 Higashimukojima, Sumida-ku, Tokyo
telephone number03-3614-8811
Official URLhttp://www.tobu.co.jp/museum/
GOOGLE MAP
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This time we introduced recommended train spots in Tokyo. You can learn about the history of railways at every spot, so it's perfect for those who are just getting into the railway hobby. If you are interested in railways, please come and visit us.

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