Japan Railway Journal

Go behind the scenes of Japan's amazing railways! Interesting facts, new technologies, expert tips plus where to go, how to get there and more!

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Iwakuni City has decided to keep the third-sector Nishikigawa Railway running for the next 10 years. See the efforts being made to revitalize the local line, including a tourist train.

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The hosts discuss railway highlights across Japan in the latter half of 2025, from cutting-edge technologies to commemorative events.

The hosts explore how Hojo Railway in Hyogo Prefecture boosts ridership with volunteer stationmasters and an old, beloved diesel car.

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The hosts explore how the Railway Technical Research Institute leads research and development for Japan's rail networks, from the JR companies to regional lines.

The filmmakers take a look at how Japan's railways maintain service in regions that experience heavy snowfall by utilizing snowplows with other systems to keep the trains running.

The hosts discuss railway highlights across Japan in the latter half of 2025, from cutting-edge technologies to commemorative events.

The hosts explore the resurgence of Japan's sleeper expresses and a revamped night train after the Shinkansen's expansion nearly caused the total disappearance of these services.

The hosts shed light on how railway companies use AI to enhance efficiency and safety, including an AI station attendant and AI-assisted bogie inspection system.

The hosts explore how financially struggling local railways employ vertical separation, separating infrastructure ownership from operations.

The hosts shed light on the efforts of the local governments to keep the JR Geibi Line open, including adding trains, providing taxi services and holding events.

The host reveals the redevelopment of the Joban Line, which was severely damaged by the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011.

The filmmakers explore how a new shopping complex opened inside Hiroshima Station with trams running from the second floor in 2025.

A unique project along Tokyo's JR Ome Line is turning the area's empty homes into hotel rooms with one station currently acting as the front desk. The filmmakers explore how tourism is revitalizing the community.

The hosts explore how the Railway Technical Research Institute leads research and development for Japan's rail networks, from the JR companies to regional lines.

The filmmakers take a look at how Japan's railways maintain service in regions that experience heavy snowfall by utilizing snowplows with other systems to keep the trains running.

The recovery of nearly 4,070 km of destroyed railway network.

The hosts explore how Hojo Railway in Hyogo Prefecture boosts ridership with volunteer stationmasters and an old, beloved diesel car.

The hosts shed light on Iwakuni City's efforts to revitalize the third-sector Nishikigawa Railway and a tourist train.

A unique project along Tokyo's JR Ome Line is turning the area's empty homes into hotel rooms with one station currently acting as the front desk. The filmmakers explore how tourism is revitalizing the community.

The filmmakers explore how a new shopping complex opened inside Hiroshima Station with trams running from the second floor in 2025.

No episode description is available yet.

The recovery of nearly 4,070 km of destroyed railway network.

No episode description is available yet.

The host reveals the redevelopment of the Joban Line, which was severely damaged by the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011.

The hosts shed light on the efforts of the local governments to keep the JR Geibi Line open, including adding trains, providing taxi services and holding events.

The recovery of nearly 4,070 km of destroyed railway network.

The hosts explore how financially struggling local railways employ vertical separation, separating infrastructure ownership from operations.

The hosts shed light on how railway companies use AI to enhance efficiency and safety, including an AI station attendant and AI-assisted bogie inspection system.

The hosts explore the resurgence of Japan's sleeper expresses and a revamped night train after the Shinkansen's expansion nearly caused the total disappearance of these services.

Go behind the scenes of Japan's amazing railways! Interesting facts, new technologies, expert tips plus where to go, how to get there and more!