Tsugaru Railway: Winter Journey on Japan's Northernmost Stove Train
Tsugaru Railway and the Stove Train
Tsugaru Railway, connecting Goshogawara and Nakadori since 1930, runs the unique "Stove Train" in winter (DecemberโMarch) โ Japan's only remaining train with coal-burning stoves for heating.
Stove Train Experience
- Coal Daruma Stoves: Glowing coal stoves warm the old wooden carriages
- Grilled Squid: Toast dried squid on the stove for a unique on-board snack
- Tsugaru Snowscape: Nostalgic journey through silver-white Tsugaru Plain
- On-board Sales: Local sake and snacks sold on board
Operating Info
- Season: December 1โMarch 31
- Route: Tsugaru-Goshogawara to Tsugaru-Nakazato (about 20km)
- Duration: About 50 minutes
- Stove Train Supplement: Separate reservation ticket (about ยฅ500)
Getting There
- From JR Goshogawara Station: 5 minutes on foot to Tsugaru-Goshogawara Station
Tips
Bring your own squid or buy on board to grill over the stove. Combined with local sake, this makes for an unforgettable winter travel memory.
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This article is compiled by the Tabitabi JAPAN editorial team from official and primary sources, including facility and shrine/temple websites, tourism information published by municipalities and tourism associations, and cultural-property records released by national and local governments. Prices, opening hours and event dates may change, so please also check the official information of each facility or local government before you visit.