Botchan Ressha Train

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Botchan Ressha Train

A replica of the steam-powered train that carries people through Matsuyama

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Botchan Ressha is a train replica designed after the steam locomotives that operated for 67 years after the opening of Iyotetsu (Iyo Railways) in 1888. The name, “Botchan” is named after a train used by the protagonist in Natsume Soseki’s novel of the same name. The title “Ressha” (meaning train) was added for an extra friendly flair.

The original trains were powered by the steam of burning coals, sending out little puffs of black smoke as it ran. The current model runs via diesel-engine, but is affixed with an odorless smoke machine to recreate the same cloud puffs as it goes. Take a ride for the full nostalgic look and feel of riding an old steam locomotive.

Just outside of the Matsuyama City Station you’ll also find the Botchan Train Museum, which includes a full-scale replica of the Iyotetsu No. 1 locomotive on display. There are also rare train parts and documents on display, making this stop a must-see for train enthusiasts.

Highlights

  • named after “Botchan” the famous novel by Natsume Soseki.
  • uses an odorless smoke machine to recreate the “steam” from an old locomotive.
  • recreates the old-world locomotive while still protecting the environment.
  • Botchan Train Museum includes a full-scale replica of the No. 1 Steam Locomotive.

Photos

  • Botchan Ressa, the train that shares a name with the famous “Botchan” novel by Natsume Soseki

    Botchan Ressa, the train that shares a name with the famous “Botchan” novel by Natsume Soseki

  • The trains now run via diesel engine.

    The trains now run via diesel engine.

  • A full-scale replica of the No. 1 Steam Locomotive, on display at the Botchan Train Museum

    A full-scale replica of the No. 1 Steam Locomotive, on display at the Botchan Train Museum

  • Rare train parts and documents on display

    Rare train parts and documents on display

Reviews

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  • Angel Chung

    明治時代復古味濃厚的蒸汽火車,行駛當中還會發出汽笛聲音,來到松山市少爺列車是不可錯過的。

  • 王佟玄

    建議購買套票乘車一回 + 松山城纜車來回 + 松山城天守閣門票 + 二之丸史跡門票。只要 1700 日圓相當划算,少爺列車人氣很旺而且票常常售完,一天也只有8~10班次

Details

Name in Japanese
坊っちゃん列車
Postal Code
790-0012
Address
(Botchan Train Museum) 1st Floor of iyotetsu Group Main building, 4-4-1 Minatomachi, Matsuyama City, Ehime
Telephone
089-948-3323
Fare
Botchan Ressha (1 ride): Adults 1,300 yen, Small children 650 yen
※Entrance to Botchan Train Museum is Free
Open Days
Weekends and Holidays Only
※Please see Official Website for Details
Access
(Botchan Train Museum) 2 min. walk from Matsuyama City Station on the Iyo Railways
Official Website
Official Website (English)