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Explore retired Shinkansen bullet trains and locomotives in a charming park setting in Settsu, Osaka.
Shinkansen Park in Settsu, Osaka, is a unique park featuring retired Shinkansen bullet trains and an electric locomotive. Visitors can explore these historic vehicles, offering a glimpse into Japan's railway history and a fun experience for families and train enthusiasts.
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A brief summary to Shinkansen Park
Opening times, essentials, and a few local tips gathered into one calmer, easier-to-scan planning section.
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Aigawa Minamimachi, Settsu, Aigawa Minamimachi, Osaka, 566-0051, JP
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Getting There
Public Transport
The closest station to Shinkansen Park is Minamisettsu Station on the Osaka Monorail. From the station, it is approximately a 13-minute walk to the park. From Shin-Osaka Station, take the JR Kyoto Line to Kishibe Station. Transfer to the Osaka Monorail and ride to Minamisettsu Station. Walk 13 minutes to the park. The train fare from Shin-Osaka to Kishibe is between ¥140-¥230. The Osaka Monorail fare will be additional. Alternatively, from Osaka Station, take the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line to Senri-Chuo Station, then transfer to the Osaka Monorail to Minamisettsu Station. Walk 13 minutes to the park. Subway fares vary depending on the distance, but expect to pay around ¥200-¥300.
Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Settsu. From Minamisettsu Station, a taxi ride to Shinkansen Park would be very short and should cost approximately ¥660 for the first 2km, with an additional ¥80 for each 296 meters. From Shin-Osaka Station, a taxi to Shinkansen Park would be approximately 10-15 minutes, costing around ¥5,000-¥6,500. Taxi fares in Osaka start at ¥660 for the first 2km, and then ¥80 for each additional 296 meters.
Walking
From Minamisettsu Station on the Osaka Monorail, it is a 13-minute walk to Shinkansen Park. Exit the station and head north. Follow the road along the Awi River embankment. The park will be on your left, between the river and the JR Freight Terminal.
Local tips
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Visit on a Sunday to enter the Shinkansen and sit in the driver's seat.
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Come during spring to enjoy the beautiful cherry blossom tunnel.
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The park is located near the Awi River embankment, offering scenic views.
Discover more about Shinkansen Park
Shinkansen Park offers a delightful experience for train enthusiasts and families alike. Located on the Awi River embankment in Settsu, Osaka, the park's main attractions are the preserved Shinkansen car No. 1 and an electric locomotive.
The Shinkansen car, manufactured in 1969, was the first car in a 16-car train that ran between Tokyo, Shin-Osaka, and Hakata until 1984, traveling approximately 5.32 million km. The electric locomotive, built in 1954, served as a freighter on the Tokaido Main Line and Takasaki Line. It later transported mandarin oranges on the Hanwa and Kisei Lines for about 12 years until it was retired in 1983.
Visitors can enter the train and sit in the driver's seat on Sundays from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm and from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The park also features a cherry blossom tunnel that attracts many visitors in the spring. While the park itself is smaller than expected, it offers beautiful views and a peaceful atmosphere.
A brief summary to Shinkansen Park
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