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Kyushu Railway History Museum

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Kyushu Railway History Museum

A memorial museum where you can enjoy and learn about the history of railways.

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Located in the Mojiko Retro District, this railroad museum is housed in a Meiji-era red brick building that was the former headquarters of Kyushu Railway Company.
The museum exhibits old rolling stock, uniforms of past station staff, and railroad equipment, and is fun not only for railroad fans but also for the whole family.

The main building introduces the history of railroads in Kyushu. A coach from the Meiji era has been restored, and puppets of passengers and conductors, as well as sound effects, provide a taste of the atmosphere of that era. The best activity is the driving simulator, which allows visitors to experience driving in the scenery of the actual route from JR Mojiko Station. Visitors can simulate driving in the driver's cab of a suburban train. The "Tsubame Corner" is also popular among railroad fans.

In the "Miniature Train Park," five mini trains currently in service on JR Kyushu lines, including "Tsubame," "Kamome," and "Sonic," run. Japan's first mini railroad allows visitors to experience driving on a full-scale track equipped with signals, etc. (Up to three persons can ride in each car at 300 yen per vehicle).

Highlights

  • Visitors can enjoy learning about the history of railroads in Kyushu.
  • There is also an extensive hands-on corner with driving simulations and miniature trains.
  • Visitors can see trains up close.
  • The exhibits are designed to satisfy both railroad fans and non-fans.

Photos

  • Central gate

    Central gate

  • Red brick architecture from the Meiji era

    Red brick architecture from the Meiji era

  • Permanent Exhibits in the Main Building

    Permanent Exhibits in the Main Building

  • Japan National Railway C59 1

    Japan National Railway C59 1

  • Japan National Railway KUHA 481 603 used as "Nichirin," "Kamome," and "Ariake" limited express trains

    Japan National Railway KUHA 481 603 used as "Nichirin," "Kamome," and "Ariake" limited express trains

Reviews

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  • 楊雅雯
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    If you're planning to visit Mojiko, the Kyushu Railway History Museum is definitely worth stopping by! Even if you're not a railroad fan, you'll still find yourself having a great time exploring it.
    The museum is housed in a renovated red-brick building from the Meiji era, giving it a historic, retro feel. It was also once the headquarters of the Kyushu Railway Company. As soon as you enter, you can experience the story of Kyushu's railways through trains from different eras, station uniforms, and all kinds of railroad equipment.
    My favorite part was the train-driving simulator. It felt incredibly realistic, letting you experience driving a train from Mojiko Station as if you were the conductor! There's also an exhibit featuring the classic Tsubame train, which is a major highlight for many railroad fans.
    The museum includes the main building, a rolling stock exhibition area, a mini railway park, and a locomotive display area. Adults can revisit railway history, while kids can have a great time. It's a great place for the whole family to explore at a leisurely pace and take photos. If you're visiting the Mojiko Retro District, be sure to add it to your itinerary. It's more interesting than you might expect!

  • KEIKO
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    I originally thought it would just be looking at trains, but it turned out to be way more fun than I expected! The museum has lots of trains from different eras on display, and you can see them up close. There are also quite a few interactive experiences, so even adults won’t get bored.

    The whole place is clean, the layout is easy to follow, and it’s great for photos too. About 1–2 hours is just right for a visit. If you’re planning a day trip to Mojiko, I definitely recommend stopping by. It’s well worth it.

  • Jacky Xu
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    If you're a train enthusiast, you should definitely check this place out.

  • 小優
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    Great place to bring kids. There are lots of vintage trains, but since we don't have these in Taiwan, I didn't feel much of a connection.

Details

Name in Japanese
九州鉄道記念館
Postal Code
801-0833
Address
2-3-29 Kiyotaki, Moji-ku, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka
Telephone
093-322-1006
Closed
Irregular holidays
Hours
9:00am - 5:00pm (Last admission is 30 minutes before closing)
Admission
500 yen for adults, 250 yen for children 4 years old to junior high school students, and younger
Directions
3 min. walk from JR Mojiko Station
Credit Cards
Not accepted
Website
Official Website (Japanese)
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