In the upcoming event at the Kobe Electric Railway’s Suzurandai Rolling Stock Factory in the northern district of Kobe, a free “Open House” will be held, welcoming visitors of all ages. This unique opportunity offers a behind-the-scenes look at the normally restricted rolling stock factory and a chance to experience car washing from inside the trains.
Participants, including elementary school students and up to four individuals per group, will have the chance to explore the facility. Applications for the event are being accepted through the website until February 28th, with a limit of 50 attendees. In case of exceeding the capacity, a lottery system will be implemented.
Scheduled for March 25, 2025, from 9:30 a.m. to around noon, the event promises an engaging experience, including a guided tour of the factory and the opportunity to participate in the car washing process.
To apply, interested individuals can submit their applications through the Hyogo Prefecture Electronic Application Joint Operation System (e-Hyogo) by the deadline of February 28, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Successful applicants will be notified by email before March 5, 2025.
It is important to note that the event is free of charge, but participants must be able to travel to Suzurandai Station via the Kobe Electric Railway. Additionally, specific details such as meeting point and time will be communicated only to the selected participants.
For further inquiries or assistance, the JR Kakogawa Line, Kobe Electric Railway Ako Line, and Hojo Railway Promotion Council Secretariat can be contacted at 0795-42-9447 or via fax at 0795-42-7535.
Parents looking for an engaging activity for their train enthusiast children during the upcoming spring break might find this event to be a perfect fit. More information and updates can be found on the official Kobe Electric Railway website.
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Author: MAYA | HARUTO
Posted at: January 26, 2025 12:03 am