Japan Railway Journal (2015) : 2x10
Kyoto Railway Museum: The Story of Rail Transport in Japan
28 Min.
Overview
In April 2016, Japan's largest railway museum made its debut in Kyoto city. On display is a collection of 53 vehicles that symbolizes Japan's railway history which includes 23 steam locomotives, the very first Shinkansen, famous sleeper trains and more. See passenger cars pulled by real steam locomotives as well as the repair and maintenance of vehicles up close. The different types of simulators and a giant HO-scale diorama make it a theme park that is enjoyable for everyone.
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