Japan Railway Journal
tv show

160 total episodes
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11 seasons
First Aired March 09, 2015
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Overview
Discover the secrets of Japan's railways, from the newest technologies and systems in use, to travel tips and must-see places.

Picking Up the Pace: JR Shikoku's Tactics for Survival
Season 2 - Episode 16 - 0h 28m
Air Date
November 11, 2016
Overview
Due to the privatization from Japan National Railway, 6 Japanese Railway Companies were established almost 30 years ago. Shikoku Railway Company, also known as JR Shikoku is the smallest among the 6 and started off with financial difficulties as well as the struggle of competing against the rapidly expanding highways. See how JR Shikoku developed the World's first diesel tilting train which led to the increase of speed and strategies to operate unique tourist trains.
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