Question 1

Can I get there on the Fujikyuko line?

Accepted Answer

The nearest stations are Tanokura and Kasei on the Fujikyuko line. It is about 20 minutes' walk from Kasei Station and about 25 minutes from Tanokura Station. These are further than the bus, so please choose according to how much walking suits you.

Question 2

Can I get there by bus from Otsuki Station?

Accepted Answer

Take the Fujikyu Yamanashi bus for the Maglev Exhibition Centre from Otsuki Station on the JR Chuo Line and alight at the last stop. The journey takes about 15 minutes and the one-way fare is about 380 yen. Please check the bus times in advance.

Question 3

Are there workshops for children?

Accepted Answer

Craft and experiment workshops for children are held in the workshop room on the second floor, mainly at weekends. The content changes through the year, so please see the event information on the official website.

Question 4

Can I ride the mini maglev? Is there an age limit?

Accepted Answer

There is a mini maglev on the second floor of Doki Doki Linear Hall where you can experience magnetic levitation. Small children can enjoy it, but conditions such as a height limit may apply, so please check the official website or ask the staff on site.

Question 5

How much is admission, and are there discounts?

Accepted Answer

Admission to Doki Doki Linear Hall is 420 yen for general visitors and university students (340 yen for groups of 20 or more), 310 yen for high school students (330 yen for groups), 200 yen for junior high and elementary school students, and free for pre-school children. School students on Saturdays and holders of a disability certificate may be admitted free.

Question 6

Is there anywhere to eat inside?

Accepted Answer

There is a rest area with drink and snack vending machines where you can take a break, but there is no restaurant, so we recommend eating at facilities nearby.

Question 7

Is Waku Waku Yamanashi Hall free?

Accepted Answer

Yes, entry to Waku Waku Yamanashi Hall is free. The ground floor has a shop selling original maglev goods and Yamanashi specialities, and the first floor has a tourist information area. It is a good place to look for souvenirs.

Question 8

How long does a visit take?

Accepted Answer

Going round Doki Doki Linear Hall takes about 60 to 90 minutes. On test-run days, timing your visit to the test hours lets you enjoy the full impact of the maglev.

Question 9

When can I see a maglev test run?

Accepted Answer

Test runs are held on irregular dates. On test days you can watch a real maglev train from any of the three floors of the building. Test schedules are published on the official website as they are set, so please check before visiting.

Question 10

What is on display?

Accepted Answer

The first floor has an actual test vehicle that reached a world record 581 km/h and displays of superconducting magnets; the second floor has a hands-on area explaining superconductivity, a workshop room and the mini maglev; the third floor has a large railway diorama of Yamanashi Prefecture and the Linear Theatre.

Question 11

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

There is free parking for 140 cars. There are also accessible and priority spaces and coach parking, all free of charge.

Question 12

How much is admission?

Accepted Answer

Doki Doki Linear Hall: general and university students 420 yen, high school students 310 yen, junior high and elementary school students 200 yen, pre-school children free.

Question 13

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Parking is available. Please check the official information for details.

Question 14

What are the opening hours?

Accepted Answer

9:00-17:00 (last admission 16:30).

Question 15

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

About 15 minutes on the Fujikyu Yamanashi bus (for the Maglev Exhibition Centre) from Otsuki Station on the JR Chuo Line. By car, about 15 minutes from Otsuki IC or Tsuru IC on the Chuo Expressway.

Question 16

What is the address?

Accepted Answer

2381 Ogatayama, Tsuru City, Yamanashi Prefecture

Question 17

When is it closed?

Accepted Answer

Normally every Monday (the following day when Monday is a public holiday) and over the New Year period (29 December to 3 January).

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