Otaru City Museum Main Building (Steam Locomotive)

Timothy Campbell 4 months ago

Bus ride from town to the museum and not very well signposted. Lot of old trains so if you're a historical train buff there's lots to see plus models. Worth the entrance fee. Needs at least an hour.

Pavel Valenta 7 months ago

Amazing collection of historical steam trains. They even have free rides within area. Definitely worth to visit. Family and small children friendly.

Sira Sujjinanont 7 months ago

The Railway Museum (本館, Honkan) stands a little beyond the primary tourist hub, situated on the historic grounds of Hokkaido's inaugural railway line terminal, linking Otaru Port to Sapporo. Inside the museum building, you'll find captivating exhibits and dioramas that narrate the significant role of Otaru's railroads in the city's development. Additionally, a rail yard proudly showcases multiple full-size trains from different eras, adding to the museum's charm and appeal. Check schedule of museum first so you can enjoy real locomotive train ride

ANSEL CHONG 4 years ago

Sheldon Cooper will approve of this place. Everything about train, the types of engines, history of japan railway system and real life train models. If you are going to the museum, do plan ahead to take the coal-powered engine train ride (limited timings), you can't find such an experience around anymore. There are rows of trains outside the museum which showcases many old trains and you can actually walk inside the cabins. Nothing particularly interesting but kind of cool seeing the trains of the past.

rain suria 4 years ago

Regular museum... more dedicated to the local locomotive history... Its a pity that I came during a season when some trains n carriages are under storage. Its really good place for bringing the children.. to let out their boundless energy. There is a small planetarium which offers 30 min shows. Second floor, a science corner. But please make sure, u came here by car or at least a rental. There is NO nearest bus stop and u may need to call a taxi for tripback home. At this time of writing.. an adult ticket for the whole premises cost 500 yen.