In 1962, Japanese National Railways (privatized in 1987) established Ome Railway Park in commemoration of the 90th anniversary of Japanese railways. Ever since then, the park has offered many unique exhibits such as old trains preserved over years.
Eleven valuable cultural assets including the steam locomotives actually used in the early days has received special attention from the park visitors. The museum, annex to the park, also has a number of railway related exhibits for the visitors to enjoy and learn about the railway system in Japan.
For small children, the park provides play facilities including “Benkei”, a small steam locomotive that children can actually ride on.
Ome Railway Park is owned by East Japan Railway Company and managed by East Japan Railway Culture Foundation.
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