Railway events and driving experiences scheduled for late 2026 in Japan

Various railway-themed events and hands-on experiences are scheduled across the Tama region and Ibaraki Prefecture in late 2026.

In the Tama area, the Tama Rokuto Science Museum will host a ‘Secrets of Trains’ event on October 3 and 4, featuring model train driving experiences and electrical demonstrations. The Odakyu Romancecar Museum will hold Railway Day events from October 10 to 12, including access to the 3000 series ‘SE’ driver's cab and specialized workshops. Additionally, Odakyu Electric Railway is running several promotional activities, including a ‘Mokoron 3rd Anniversary Stamp Rally’ and a mystery-solving collaboration with Yamato City.

Kanto Railway has announced its diesel multiple unit (DMU) driving experience program. The beginner session is scheduled for November 8, 2026, at Mizukaido Station, allowing participants to operate KiHa 2300 and KiHa 0 series vehicles under instructor supervision. The program includes meals and requires prior reservation, with a fee of 10,000 yen.