Season 10 (2024)

Must-see Railway News: The Latter Half of 2023
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January 25, 2024 • 28m

Railway news from the latter half of 2023. Join us as we see various railway-related events post-pandemic, new initiatives by rail...Read more

Shining a Light on Japan's Monorails
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February 29, 2024 • 28m

Monorails, which make use of the space above public land, are gaining attention as safe and economically efficient modes of transp...Read more

Riding in Style: Exploring Japan's Tourist Trains
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March 28, 2024 • 28m

In 2023, Japan Railway Journal showcased 10 tourist trains running throughout the country. Join us as we examine the results of an...Read more

Hapi-Line Fukui: Born Alongside the Shinkansen
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April 25, 2024 • 28m

Hapi-Line Fukui is a parallel conventional line that opened alongside the Hokuriku Shinkansen, running between Kanazawa and Tsurug...Read more

New Regional Yamagata Shinkansen Series E8
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May 16, 2024 • 28m

The new Yamagata Shinkansen Series E8, which has unique features inspired by Yamagata Prefecture, made its debut in March 2024. Se...Read more

The Challenging Journey of Akechi Railway
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May 30, 2024 • 28m

This year marks the 90th anniversary of the Akechi Line, now third-sector Akechi Railway, in Gifu Prefecture. See how the railway ...Read more

Iwate Prefecture: Promoting Railway Tourism
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June 13, 2024 • 28m

Iwate Prefecture is home to a number of unique railways and popular tourist trains. See the different initiatives JR and Iwate are...Read more

Branching Out with the Shin-Yokohama Line
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July 4, 2024 • 28m

The Shin-Yokohama Line, run by Sagami Railway and Tokyu Railways in the Greater Tokyo Area, opened in 2023. See the extensive rail...Read more

Must-see Railway News: The First Half of 2024
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July 25, 2024 • 28m

Railway news from the first half of 2024. See the railway lines restored after the Noto Peninsula earthquake, various new trains, ...Read more

Railcars Dressed in Tradition
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August 29, 2024 • 28m

A recent design trend on the rise is the use of traditional craftsmanship in railway cars, from tourist trains to commuter vehicle...Read more

Affordable Luxury Trains: Kintetsu Railway
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September 12, 2024 • 28m

As luxury tourist trains gain attention, Kintetsu Railway is popularizing its sightseeing limited express trains with affordable f...Read more

The 60th Anniversary of the Tokaido Shinkansen: Part 1, The Evolution of High-Speed Rail
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October 10, 2024 • 28m

This year is the 60th anniversary of the Tokaido Shinkansen, the world's first high-speed rail! Join us as we look back on the rai...Read more

The 60th Anniversary of the Tokaido Shinkansen: Part 2, The Evolution of Maintenance Technologies
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October 24, 2024 • 28m

This year is the 60th anniversary of the Tokaido Shinkansen, the world's first high-speed rail. See how maintenance technologies e...Read more

Hokkaido's Railway Heritage at a Crossroads
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November 21, 2024 • 28m

Retired railway cars often end up in museums or parks to be appreciated after their service. However, some are abandoned, unable t...Read more

Japan's Unique Railway Departure Melodies
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December 5, 2024 • 28m

Departure melodies are musical versions of traditional train departure signals like bells. Join us as we take a look at this uniqu...Read more

JR West's New and Improved Limited Express Yakumo
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December 19, 2024 • 28m

After 42 years, JR West's Limited Express Yakumo has been renewed, boldly redesigned inside and out, with improvements made to the...Read more