Railways Day at Kyoto Railway Museum
October 11, 2025 – November 30, 2025
Celebrate Railways Day in Kyoto with special shows, night access, talk events, and more — from October through November 2025.
From October 11 to November 30, 2025, the Kyoto Railway Museum hosts a special program in honor of Railways Day, offering a wide variety of events including ensemble concerts, night museum admissions, photo talk shows, and thematic lectures. Visitors can delve into the world of railway history, see rare trains, and enjoy seasonal activities.
Special highlights:
- Night Museum: Oct 24–26 (17:00–19:00)
- Talk Shows: featuring railway photographer Naotaka Hirota (Oct 25 at 14:00 / Oct 26 at 11:00)
- Lecture: by photojournalist Kan Sakurai on Nov 22 (11:00 / 14:00)
- Special ticket designs, commemorative distributions, and more
Venue & Access
Kyoto Railway Museum
27 Kankiji-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Access:
- JR Kyoto Station → ~20-minute walk
- JR Sagano Line to Umekōji-Kyōto-Nishi Station → ~2-minute walk
Admission
- Adults: ¥1,500
- High school / Juniors: ¥1,300
- Elementary school: ¥500
- Age 3+: ¥300
- Group discounts available for 20+
- Free admission for caregiver of persons with disabilities (proof required)
Note: Events are scheduled on specific days. Program, schedule, and admission are subject to change — please confirm via the museum’s official site.
Event Details
| Venue | Kyoto Railway Museum |
|---|---|
| Date & Time | October 11, 2025 – November 30, 2025 • Special performances & activities on select dates only. • Night museum: Oct 24–26, 17:00–19:00 (last admission 18:30). • Talk shows: Oct 25 (14:00–15:00), Oct 26 (11:00–12:00). • Special lectures: Nov 22 (11:00–12:00 / 14:00–15:00). |
| Address | Kyoto Railway Museum 27 Kankiji-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan |
| Admission | Adult: ¥1,500 Junior High / High School: ¥1,300 Primary School: ¥500 Children (age 3+): ¥300 Group discount for 20+ people. Free for one caregiver with person with disabilities (with proof). |