Next Episode of Japan Railway Journal is
Season 2026 / Episode 4 and airs on 26 March 2026 03:00
Discover the secrets of Japan's railways, from the newest technologies and systems in use, to travel tips and must-see places.
With the expansion of the Shinkansen, Japan's night trains all but disappeared. Now, the last remaining sleeper expresses, along with a new night train, are trending once more. We take a closer look.
Railway news from the latter half of 2025. Join us as we look back on new railway vehicles, cutting-edge technologies, commemorative events and more from across Japan.
In regions that experience heavy snowfall, railways use snowplows in combination with other systems to keep the trains running. See how the railways maintain service in Japan's snow country.
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