Usui Pass Railway Heritage Park

This musuem is located at the former Yokokawa depot and designated to introduce how trains crossed the Usui Pass before the shinkansen was open in 1997. The park outside also features an amazing collection of preserved locomotives, carriages and other rolling stock, some are the last of their kind. Entry fee is 700 yen only and despite its relative remoteness, it's well worth to visit this unique collection of railway memorabilia. It's indeed a must for anyone who wants to explore Japan's railway history.

More of a rail theme park than a museum, it covers a huge ground (both indoor and outdoor) and has loads of games and rides for rail fans and children. Giving it a 4 stars as it does look a little tired and old. It could use some sprucing up, though it is indeed located in a more remote area. The train yard at the back has a most amazing collection for rail fans.

Good for both kids and adults who love trains. Many classical train cars are displayed and you can actually go inside and take a look. There are many small train related attractions in the entrance area and kids love them. They cost 200~300yen. There are limited offer of food and drink options.

It’s a bit worn but that’s exactly the point you should visit to bring you back to history and gives you a full sense of nostalgia

If you are railfan, this place is must to visit, even you are not, great place to visit with family. Small steam locomotive trains are available, it’s so fan though just 7 minutes only. 5 minutes on foot from Yokokawa railway station, big car parking lot is available. Cash only.