Tsuruga Red Brick Warehouse

The buildings are preserved as a historical monument, and have been renovated for use as a restaurant hall (south-wing) and a diorama exhibition depicting Tsuruga during the Shōwa era with a model railroad (north wing).In January 2009, the north and south wings of the building as well as their surroundings were designated as a registered tangible cultural property of Japan.[3] In order to further attract tourists, the city of Tsuruga decided to highlight its railway heritage.As a part of effort in May 2018, a Kiha 28 Series diesel train was installed on adjacent land on the north side of the warehouse.[4] In addition to these, Kanegasaki area is indeed rich in railway heritage, including the Tsuruga train museum housed in the former station building of Tsuruga port station (reconstructed), a lamp house, and the Tsurugako line (operation suspended).
Interior view of Diorama Wing. Overview
Interior view of Diorama Wing. Close-up of Tsuruga Station
JNR/JR Kiha 28 series. Exhibited on adjacent yard.
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