Setagaya Park
The attractions of Setagaya Park are the sports facilities such as the baseball field, tennis court, and outdoor pool (only in summer), as well as the electric mini SL.
The electric mini SL "Chibikuro-go (ちびくろ号)" is a model of D51-272, known as "Degoichi," which is being stored statically in the park.
After purchasing a ticket, have it cut with a pair of scissors and board the train.
The attendant's blowing of the whistle signals the long-awaited departure.
The mini SL weaves its way through the zelkovas, maple trees, etc., that are rich in the changes of the four seasons while sounding its steam whistle and goes around the park in about three minutes.
The electric mini SL is very popular among children and the bustling "Setagaya Children's SL Festival" that takes place every year in autumn also conducts special commemorative train operations, exhibitions of railway models, and etc.