Discover the secrets of Japan's railways, from the newest technologies and systems in use, to travel tips and must-see places.
As luxury tourist trains gain attention, Kintetsu Railway is popularizing its sightseeing limited express trains with affordable fares. See how the company is using its express network for tourism.
As luxury tourist trains gain attention, Kintetsu Railway is popularizing its sightseeing limited express trains with affordable fares. See how the company is using its express network for tourism.
A recent design trend on the rise is the use of traditional craftsmanship in railway cars, from tourist trains to commuter vehicles. See how this design trend is transforming Japan's trains.
A recent design trend on the rise is the use of traditional craftsmanship in railway cars, from tourist trains to commuter vehicles. See how this design trend is transforming Japan's trains.
Railway news from the first half of 2024. See the railway lines restored after the Noto Peninsula earthquake, various new trains, railway events and more.
Railway news from the first half of 2024. See the railway lines restored after the Noto Peninsula earthquake, various new trains, railway events and more.
The Shin-Yokohama Line, run by Sagami Railway and Tokyu Railways in the Greater Tokyo Area, opened in 2023. See the extensive rail network created by opening the through service.
The Shin-Yokohama Line, run by Sagami Railway and Tokyu Railways in the Greater Tokyo Area, opened in 2023. See the extensive rail network created by opening the through service.
Iwate Prefecture is home to a number of unique railways and popular tourist trains. See the different initiatives JR and Iwate are taking to increase railway tourism.
Iwate Prefecture is home to a number of unique railways and popular tourist trains. See the different initiatives JR and Iwate are taking to increase railway tourism.
This year marks the 90th anniversary of the Akechi Line, now third-sector Akechi Railway, in Gifu Prefecture. See how the railway continues to operate with local support despite financial challenges.
This year marks the 90th anniversary of the Akechi Line, now third-sector Akechi Railway, in Gifu Prefecture. See how the railway continues to operate with local support despite financial challenges.
The new Yamagata Shinkansen Series E8, which has unique features inspired by Yamagata Prefecture, made its debut in March 2024. See the efforts being made along the line to attract passengers.
The new Yamagata Shinkansen Series E8, which has unique features inspired by Yamagata Prefecture, made its debut in March 2024. See the efforts being made along the line to attract passengers.
Hapi-Line Fukui is a parallel conventional line that opened alongside the Hokuriku Shinkansen, running between Kanazawa and Tsuruga. See how the company plans to face its financial challenges.
Hapi-Line Fukui is a parallel conventional line that opened alongside the Hokuriku Shinkansen, running between Kanazawa and Tsuruga. See how the company plans to face its financial challenges.
In 2023, Japan Railway Journal showcased 10 tourist trains running throughout the country. Join us as we examine the results of an online poll about these trains.
In 2023, Japan Railway Journal showcased 10 tourist trains running throughout the country. Join us as we examine the results of an online poll about these trains.
Monorails, which make use of the space above public land, are gaining attention as safe and economically efficient modes of transportation. Explore Japan's world-class monorails.
Monorails, which make use of the space above public land, are gaining attention as safe and economically efficient modes of transportation. Explore Japan's world-class monorails.
Railway news from the latter half of 2023. Join us as we see various railway-related events post-pandemic, new initiatives by railway companies, the unveiling of new vehicles and more.
Railway news from the latter half of 2023. Join us as we see various railway-related events post-pandemic, new initiatives by railway companies, the unveiling of new vehicles and more.
Discover the secrets of Japan's railways, from the newest technologies and systems in use, to travel tips and must-see places.
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