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Learn the history of firefighting in Japan dating from the Edo period (1603–1868)!
Fire Museum
Here at this museum, you can learn the history of firefighting in Japan, which dates back to the Edo period (1603–1868), as well as the current day firefighting system. You can see up-close valuable artifacts, including seven fire engines that were in service from the Taisho period (1912–1926) through to the Heisei period (1989–2019) and a fire department helicopter.
7-min. walk from Akebonobashi Station on the Toei Shinjuku Line
Address: 3-10 Yotsuya, Shinjuku City
Opening Hours: 9:30–17:00 (Entry closes at 16:30)
Closed: Mondays (Open on public holidays, September 1 (Disaster Prevention Day), October 1 (Tokyo Citizen's Day), and January 17 (Disaster Response Volunteers Day). When these holidays fall on a Monday, the museum is closed on Tuesday); December 29 to January 3
Admission fee: Free of charge
Inquiries: 03-3353-9119
Get all excited about real police vehicles!
Police Museum
Here at this museum, you can learn the history of law enforcement in Japan, as well as the activities of the Metropolitan Police Department, which protects Tokyo. In addition to seeing police vehicles, such as motorcycles and patrol cars, up close, you can also enjoy dioramas and simulation experiences.
5-min. walk from Takaracho Station on the Toei Asakusa Line
Address: 3-5-1 Kyobashi, Chuo City
Opening Hours: 9:30–16:00 (Entry closes at 15:30)
Closed: Mondays (When a public holiday falls on a Monday, the museum is open on Monday and closed on Tuesday); December 28 to January 4
Admission fee: Free of charge
Inquiries: 03-3581-4321
Photograph courtesy of the Metropolitan Police Department.
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Shimbashi Station SL Square
Shimbashi SL Plaza is a popular spot for people to meet up, but if you take a moment to actually look up at the dignified black locomotive, you will be moved by its powerful beauty. The locomotive was installed in the plaza to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Japan’s railroad. Here you can gain a sense of railroad history up close.
2-min. walk from Shimbashi Station on the Toei Asakusa Line
4-min. walk from Uchisaiwaicho Station on the Toei Mita Line
Address: 2 Shimbashi, Minato City
Inquiries: 03-3578-2111 (Minato City Office)
One of the largest in Japan, this diorama is a masterpiece!
Hobby Center Kato Tokyo
This showroom is operated directly by railway model manufacturer Kato. With one of Japan’s largest railway dioramas and precious railway models on display in the Collection Exhibition Corner, the showroom not only provides fun for kids but also allows adults to spend time being kids again.
5-min. walk from Ochiai-minami-nagasaki Station on the Toei Oedo Line
Address: 1-24-10 Nishi-Ochiai, Shinjuku City
Opening Hours: [Weekdays] 11:00–20:00; [Weekends and public holidays] 10:00–19:00
Closed: December 29 to January 2
Admission fee: Free of charge
Inquiries: 03-3954-2171
A spot to enjoy only on holidays
Toden Omoide Hiroba (Toden Memorial Square)
Designed in the image of an old-time tram stop, this plaza has two Toden old-model tram carriages on display, creating an air of nostalgia. You can step inside the cabins and sit in the driver’s seat, immersing yourself in the feeling of driving the tram. This is a popular spot for railroad fans.
Right near Arakawa-shakomae Stop on the Tokyo Sakura Tram (Toden Arakawa Line)
Address: 8-33-7 Nishi-Ogu, Arakawa City
Opening Hours: [Weekends and public holidays] 10:00–16:00 (Includes substitute holidays. Closed December 29 to January 3 even when these dates fall on a weekend/public holiday)
Admission fee: Free of charge
A must-see spot for train fans!
Shimogoinden-bashi Bridge
Connecting the east and west sides of Nippori Station, this bridge has a balcony known as the Train Museum from which you can watch many different trains—including various Shinkansen models—passing underneath. During the morning and evening rush hours in particular, you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from all the trains constantly coming and going.
5-min. walk from Nippori Station on the Nippori-Toneri Liner
Address: 2-58 Nishi-Nippori, Arakawa City
Inquiries: 03-3802-3111 (Arakawa City Office)