Trolley and Scarecrow Festivals in YAMADA

トロッコフェスタ and かかし祭 in YAMADA

The Trolley Festival in YAMADA is a railroad event using the JR Kamiyamada Line abandoned in 1988 (Showa 63). This is an extremely popular festivity that attracts up to 3,000 people every year! The main attraction here is the the trolley that departs from the nearby Yamada Revitalization Center! Riding the trolley is very popular! Passengers are jolted from side to side enjoying the beautiful natural scenery of Yamada. After taking a ride on the trolley, why not also take in the Scarecrow Festival? At this time of year, the azalea flowers stand out also! The Trolley Festival in YAMADA is a perfect way to spend the day for not only train enthusiasts, but also for the general public!

Address (Japanese)	821-0013　福岡県嘉麻市熊ヶ畑2142-1（嘉麻市山田活性化センター手づくりふるさと村）
Address	2142-1 Kumagahata, Kama City (in the vicinity of Kama City Kumagahata Revitaliztion Center)
Telephone Number	0948-53-1897（嘉麻市山田活性化センター）
Contact	Yamada Revitalization Center
Closed	Open year round except for the 4th Sunday in October.
Car Park	Parking for 200 cars
Access	*40 minute drive from Honamihigashi Interchange off of the Yakiyama Bypass