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Kintetsu "Raku"
Kintetsu's "Raku" is a 4-car train exclusively for groups, and is based on the 20000 series train that was introduced in 1990. It consists of a two-story front car and a high-decker middle...
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Oigawa Railway
Oigawa Railway is a railway company that operates in Shizuoka Prefecture, and operates two lines: the Oigawa Main Line and the Ikawa Line (Southern Alps Abt Line). The Oigawa Main Line connects Kanaya...
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SL Yamaguchi
JR Wast's weekend steam train special named 'SL Yamaguchi' finally resumed steam operation using steam locomotive D51-200 in May this year, after an almost four years’ hiatus of steam haulage, during which the...
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Expo Liner for Expo 2025 Osaka
Expo 2025, officially known as Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, is a global exposition currently being held in Osaka from April 13th to October 13th. The event is showcasing...
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Diesel traction in Greater Tokyo
A selection of 3 photographs of diesel locomotives operating under electrified industrial lines around Negishi port/refinery and Kawasaki.
All photos: Taken by David Dibben.
DD602 with intermodal train 56 Yokohama-Honmoku - Negishi
The...
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Nishi-Kyushu Shinkansen
2025 marks the third anniversary of opening of the Nishi-Kyushu Shinkansen.
The Nishi-Kyushu Shinkansen is a 66km Shinkansen route connecting Nagasaki City (Nagasaki Station) and Takeo Onsen Station in Saga Prefecture, which opened on...
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762mm (2ft 6in) Gauge Railways in Japan
In Japan there are three 762mm (2ft 6in) gauge railways in Japan that carry passengers. Two, the Sangi Tetsudo Hokusei Line and the Yokkaichi Asunaro Railway are regular...
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Fukutetsu Fukubu Line
The Fukutetsu Fukubu Line is a railway line operated by Fukui Railway in Fukui Prefecture. It connects Fukui Station with Echizen-Takefu Station, serving as a key transportation route for both locals and...