Japan Railway Journal

tv show

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160 total episodes

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11 seasons

First Aired March 09, 2015

Overview

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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New Generation Express: Journey to Speed and Comfortability

Season 2 - Episode 8 - 0h 28m

Air Date

June 10, 2016

Overview

A new test vehicle scheduled to operate on the Chuo Conventional Line is currently undergoing performance evaluation and technical verification. Discover the evolution of an express train which operates through many curves using the latest technology, improvements on comfortability and the reason behind the development of the new vehicle through a special test run. Then meet a group in Ishikawa Prefecture which runs "rail bicycles" using the discontinued Noto Line to take visitors for an enjoyable ride.