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Hitoyoshi Railway Museum MOZOCA Station 868

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Hitoyoshi Railway Museum MOZOCA Station 868

Right in front of Hitoyoshi Station, a journey into the dreams and history of railways gets ready to depart!

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Supervised by :  Hitoyoshi City

Supervised by designer Eiji Mitooka, known for creating some of Japan’s most talked-about sightseeing trains, this railway museum lets visitors learn about the history and features of the JR Hisatsu Line, a railway route connecting Yatsushiro City in Kumamoto Prefecture and Kirishima City in Kagoshima Prefecture.

Inside, you’ll find a wide range of exhibits, including photo materials with easy-to-understand explanations, the headmark of SL Hitoyoshi, and actual railway parts and signs once used on the line. With dioramas and video displays, the museum offers plenty to see for railway fans and first-time visitors alike.

The popular Mini Train is, just as the name suggests, a miniature steam locomotive-style attraction. Watching it race along the track from the indoor starting point, Mozoka Station, out to the outdoor final stop, Mozoka Hitoyoshi Station, while puffing smoke, is an impressive sight.

After exploring every floor, including the first and second floors and the rooftop, pick up a souvenir at the museum shop, which carries railway goods related to the Hisatsu Line.

Highlights

  • Learn about the history and features of the JR Hisatsu Line railway route.
  • A railway museum supervised by designer Eiji Mitooka, known for his sightseeing trains.
  • Displays include photo materials, railway books, and actual parts and signs once used on the railway.
  • SL Hitoyoshi is displayed in the plaza right in front, where you can see the powerful train car up close.

Photos

  • A railway museum where you can learn about the history and features of the Hisatsu Line

    A railway museum where you can learn about the history and features of the Hisatsu Line

  • Items such as actual parts and signs once used on the railway are on display

    Items such as actual parts and signs once used on the railway are on display

  • The miniature steam locomotive-style attraction racing along is a thrilling sight

    The miniature steam locomotive-style attraction racing along is a thrilling sight

  • SL Hitoyoshi is displayed in the plaza right in front

    SL Hitoyoshi is displayed in the plaza right in front

  • There is also a library corner on the second floor

    There is also a library corner on the second floor

  • The headmark of SL Hitoyoshi

    The headmark of SL Hitoyoshi

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
A

Yes, it is.

Q

Are there coin lockers?
A

No, there are not.

Q

Is there a smoking area?
A

No, there is not.

Q

Is the JR Hisatsu Line currently operating?
A

The JR Hisatsu Line is currently suspended due to damage caused by the heavy rain disaster in July 2020.

Q

Can adults ride the Mini Train?
A

Yes, they can.

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Details

Name in Japanese
人吉鉄道ミュージアム MOZOCAステーション868
Postal Code
868-0008
Address
343-14 Nakaaoi-machi, Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture
Phone
0966-23-2000
Closed on
Wednesdays every week (or the next weekday if Wednesday is a national holiday), year-end and New Year holidays (December 30–January 2)
Hours
9:00am–5:00pm
Admission
Free admission
[Mini Train] One way: 200 yen, round trip: 400 yen
[Rail Bike] 200 yen for 3 laps (for children ages 3 to 9)
Access
1) Approx. 2.6 km from Hitoyoshi IC on the Kyushu Expressway (Approx. 6 minutes)
2) 2-minute walk from the Hitoyoshi Ekimae bus stop on Sanko Bus
3) 2-minute walk from Hitoyoshi Station on the JR Hisatsu Line
*The JR Hisatsu Line is currently suspended due to damage caused by the heavy rain disaster in July 2020
Credit Cards
Not accepted
Official website
Official website (Japanese)
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