From first setup to the next challenge
- Vehicle and color-snap setup
- Scratch and Python connection guides
- Examples and common questions
You can review the learning site before purchase.
Open the learning site ↗Price and purchase
It is not inexpensive.See what you are buying.
The Smart Train Starter Set starts at ¥32,800 including tax in Japan. Review the contents, free learning tools, shipping, returns and purchase routes before deciding.
What the price includes
¥32,800 incl. tax, from
Quotation pricing for organizations may differ slightly from the Japanese online shop. Shipping, price and stock depend on the purchase channel.
- Product set
- 1 powered train, 1 wagon, 20 track pieces, 40 color snaps and a USB charging cable
- Three control routes
- Color snaps, Scratch and Python with the same vehicle
- No additional software fee
- Driving and game apps, Scratch tools, Python library and Japanese learning guide
- Availability
- Sold and shipped in Japan by Matrain
How to evaluate the price
Judge the value
by what is inside.
We do not compare the price directly with tuition or promise that a specific ability will improve. The value is in being able to move a real train from day one, use the same vehicle with color snaps, Scratch and Python, and keep changing the track and behavior.
The product can be seen at TEPIA Advanced Technology Gallery when the exhibit is available. Organizations can request a short web call before purchase.
See how to check it before purchase →After purchase
Start with a clear
learning route.
The public Japanese learning site covers setup, activities and common questions.
Where to check when needed
- Learning site and FAQ for product information
- Initial-defect and incorrect-shipment handling
- Shipping-damage handling
Use the contact form when you need confirmation about the product or delivery.
Open contact information →
Expand after purchase
Add track.
Build upward.
Create a setting.
The Starter Set can be expanded with more track, crossings, elevation, a station and a tunnel. Add only what the next activity needs.
Additional trackAdd 20 track pieces and 40 color snapsfrom ¥4,500↗Short track piecesAdjust length, add crossings and create more complex connectionsfrom ¥2,500↗Bridge with rampsCreate routes with elevationfrom ¥3,000↗Additional supportsExtend elevated track and bridgesfrom ¥3,000↗Station and tunnelAdd stopping and passing scenesfrom ¥2,000↗
Prices are guides. Confirm current price, shipping and stock in the Japanese online shop.Purchase in Japan
Choose a purchase route.
1Standard route for individuals and organizationsOfficial Japanese online shop
Purchase through the BASE checkout. The shop interface is in Japanese.
↗2Organizations requiring documentsQuotation and invoiceUse this route when the online shop payment does not suit your organization or when formal purchase documents are required.
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