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Japan Rail News: March 2023

March 9, 2023 by James Clark Leave a Comment

E8 series Yamagata Shinkansen bullet train unveiled, the scenic slow train from Nagoya to Toyama, and discover Japan’s rich culture on the new Golden Route.

Railway news

E8 series Yamagata Shinkansen bullet train unveiled to media

E8 series Yamagata Shinkansen

‘Super Yakumo’ train back on track in Japan

Shin-Yokohama new departure point for Tokaido Shinkansen Line

Check out the sleeper seat on Japan’s newest overnight train

Steam locomotive train returns to service north of Tokyo

Each railway firm to set mask policy from Mon.

F1 race car seen roaring through Japan alongside bullet train

Kintetsu’s ‘Ketta’ train service to take cyclists to Ise-Shima area

“Cycle train” services taking off across Japan

Snowplow railcar fascinates train fans in Hokkaido

Unparalleled access draws Japan railway lovers to pricey closed photo shoots

Railway company to open metaverse museum

‘Phantom bridge’ emerges from frozen lake in Northern Japan

Ticket news

Big railways to raise fares from spring to cover safety measures

Travelers can use two Shinkansen green car seats at a discount

Travel articles

This scenic slow train from Nagoya to Toyama offers some of the best views in Japan

Scenic slow train from Nagoya to Toyama

Discover Japan’s rich culture on the new Golden Route

“This train line travels on the scenic route between Tokyo and Osaka, curving across Honshu’s spine. Exploring 13 prefectures, travellers can learn about traditional craft techniques, historic pilgrimages and vibrant cities at these key stops.”

Train Journeys through Central Japan: One railroad track, two lines

Getting starry eyed on the Iwate Galaxy Railway

A nature-lover’s guide to slow train travel in Japan

Lonely Plan-it: how to plan a train journey around Japan

Stations

Mōka Station

“Looking for the train station? Try the building shaped like a train.“

What to do in Japan’s train stations: Eat, drink, shop and enjoy

Nagano: Book market in train station becomes gathering place for locals and railway enthusiasts

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