[Railway Museum] Relax and enjoy the museum at night! π The 13th 'Night Adult Railway Museum' event confirmed!
The Railway Museum in Saitama will hold its 13th 'Night Adult Railway Museum' on May 30, 2026. The event features special tours by the director, curator-led visits to usually restricted storage areas, and the first public screening of rare 1960s railway safety footage.
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## Press Release Information
Title: [Railway Museum] Relax and enjoy the museum at night! π The 13th 'Night Adult Railway Museum' event confirmed!!
In response to requests from those who want to 'enjoy the Railway Museum leisurely in a quiet atmosphere,' the Railway Museum (Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture) has been holding the 'Night Adult Railway Museum.' Due to its popularity, we are pleased to announce the 13th event!
Please enjoy a 'Night Railway Museum' that is different from the usual.
### Date
Saturday, May 30, 2026
### Time
17:30β20:00 (Final admission 19:30)
### Admission Fee
Advance: 1,300 yen / Same-day: 1,600 yen
### π How to Purchase Admission Tickets
1. **Online Purchase**
β€ An email address is required to purchase online admission tickets.
2. **Purchase at the Entrance**
β€ Same-day rate only
### π Main Points
- **New Planπ‘:** Guided tour led by Director Ishida focusing on Shinkansen exhibits!
- **Headmark Changes:** Headmarks of some vehicles inside the museum and the 183 Lunch Train will be changed!
- **Storage Tour:** Increased frequency of curator-led tours of the usually restricted storage area!
- **Railway Diorama:** Open for viewing!
- **Teppaku Theater:** Public screening of treasure footage, including a first-time public release!
- **Partial Dimming:** Some indoor lighting will be dimmed for photography enthusiasts.
- **Tripods Allowed:** Monopods and tripods, normally prohibited, can be used exclusively for this event (except inside vehicles and narrow passages).
- **Panoramic Deck Opening:** Special opening of the rooftop panoramic deck at night.
- **Shops & Dining:** Train Restaurant Nippon Shokudo and Museum Shop TRAINIART will be open!
### π 13th 'Night Adult Railway Museum' Event & Shop Information
**π Guided Tour of Shinkansen Exhibits by Director Ishida**
Director Ishida will provide commentary while touring the Shinkansen exhibits! Enjoy an engaging talk.
- **Time:** β 17:45~ β‘ 19:15~ (Approx. 30 mins each)
- **Location:** Main Building 1F, Vehicle Station, starting from the Series 0 exhibit hall.
- **Participation:** Gather at the Series 0 exhibit hall by the start time.
**π 183 Lunch Train Headmark Change**
Headmarks will be changed exclusively for the Night Adult Railway Museum. Look forward to seeing what they change into!
**π Curator-led Storage Tour (Usually Restricted)**
Enjoy the storage area, which is usually not open to the public, with commentary from a curator. Due to popular demand, we have increased the frequency from 2 to 3 sessions.
- **Time:** β 17:45~ β‘ 18:30~ β’ 19:15~
- **Eligibility:** Elementary school age and above
- **Capacity:** 10 groups per session (Up to 2 people per group)
- **Participation:** Apply via 'Teppaku Lottery App' (First-come, first-served from 17:30).
**π Teppaku Roadshow: Treasure Footage Screening**
Screening of a first-time public video titled 'The Mascot's Wish.'
- **Title:** 'The Mascot's Wish'
- **Content:** An educational video from the 1960s about railway crossing safety. Features color footage of the Kuro 151 Series 'Kodama' express and the Kani 22 Series 'Sakura' night express.
- **Time:** β 18:30~ β‘ 19:15~
- **Capacity:** 50 people per session, first-come, first-served (Sign up at the theater entrance).
Title: [Railway Museum] Relax and enjoy the museum at night! π The 13th 'Night Adult Railway Museum' event confirmed!!
In response to requests from those who want to 'enjoy the Railway Museum leisurely in a quiet atmosphere,' the Railway Museum (Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture) has been holding the 'Night Adult Railway Museum.' Due to its popularity, we are pleased to announce the 13th event!
Please enjoy a 'Night Railway Museum' that is different from the usual.
### Date
Saturday, May 30, 2026
### Time
17:30β20:00 (Final admission 19:30)
### Admission Fee
Advance: 1,300 yen / Same-day: 1,600 yen
### π How to Purchase Admission Tickets
1. **Online Purchase**
β€ An email address is required to purchase online admission tickets.
2. **Purchase at the Entrance**
β€ Same-day rate only
### π Main Points
- **New Planπ‘:** Guided tour led by Director Ishida focusing on Shinkansen exhibits!
- **Headmark Changes:** Headmarks of some vehicles inside the museum and the 183 Lunch Train will be changed!
- **Storage Tour:** Increased frequency of curator-led tours of the usually restricted storage area!
- **Railway Diorama:** Open for viewing!
- **Teppaku Theater:** Public screening of treasure footage, including a first-time public release!
- **Partial Dimming:** Some indoor lighting will be dimmed for photography enthusiasts.
- **Tripods Allowed:** Monopods and tripods, normally prohibited, can be used exclusively for this event (except inside vehicles and narrow passages).
- **Panoramic Deck Opening:** Special opening of the rooftop panoramic deck at night.
- **Shops & Dining:** Train Restaurant Nippon Shokudo and Museum Shop TRAINIART will be open!
### π 13th 'Night Adult Railway Museum' Event & Shop Information
**π Guided Tour of Shinkansen Exhibits by Director Ishida**
Director Ishida will provide commentary while touring the Shinkansen exhibits! Enjoy an engaging talk.
- **Time:** β 17:45~ β‘ 19:15~ (Approx. 30 mins each)
- **Location:** Main Building 1F, Vehicle Station, starting from the Series 0 exhibit hall.
- **Participation:** Gather at the Series 0 exhibit hall by the start time.
**π 183 Lunch Train Headmark Change**
Headmarks will be changed exclusively for the Night Adult Railway Museum. Look forward to seeing what they change into!
**π Curator-led Storage Tour (Usually Restricted)**
Enjoy the storage area, which is usually not open to the public, with commentary from a curator. Due to popular demand, we have increased the frequency from 2 to 3 sessions.
- **Time:** β 17:45~ β‘ 18:30~ β’ 19:15~
- **Eligibility:** Elementary school age and above
- **Capacity:** 10 groups per session (Up to 2 people per group)
- **Participation:** Apply via 'Teppaku Lottery App' (First-come, first-served from 17:30).
**π Teppaku Roadshow: Treasure Footage Screening**
Screening of a first-time public video titled 'The Mascot's Wish.'
- **Title:** 'The Mascot's Wish'
- **Content:** An educational video from the 1960s about railway crossing safety. Features color footage of the Kuro 151 Series 'Kodama' express and the Kani 22 Series 'Sakura' night express.
- **Time:** β 18:30~ β‘ 19:15~
- **Capacity:** 50 people per session, first-come, first-served (Sign up at the theater entrance).