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1. The Railway Revival: 4 Years After the Great Earthquake

2015-03-09

The devastating Earthquake damaged or destroyed 4,070km of the railways along the Pacific coastline of North Eastern Japan. See how the unique Bus Rapid Transit system helped to q…

2. The New Shinkansen: Technology and Economic Effects

2015-04-10

This month's Special Rail Report focuses on the latest addition to Japan's high-speed rail network that started mid-March. See the new Shinkansen W7 series in action, the measures…

3. Isumi Railway: There's Nothing Here!

2015-05-15

Most Third Sector railways are former nationally owned lines in rural areas that run at a loss. Recently, Isumi Railway decided on a new strategy to change this. In 2009, they ope…

4. Diesel Hybrid Trains: Japan's World Leading Technology

2015-06-12

Japan's diesel hybrid trains use the very latest lithium-ion batteries. Compared to conventional diesel railcars, diesel hybrid trains reduce fuel consumption, carbon emissions an…

5. Battery Hybrid Trains: Development of the Global Technology

2015-07-11

Battery-hybrid trains draw power from both contact lines and their onboard batteries, and they are gaining worldwide attention due to their eco-friendliness and energy-saving tech…

6. Japan's Subway Technology in High Density Operation

2015-08-14

Japan's subways have a reputation for being energy-saving and eco-friendly, and companies have been successfully exporting their technology around the world. Discover why the perm…

7. The Secret of Operating Preserved Steam Locomotives

2015-10-09

In Japan, regions operating preserved steam locomotives benefit from vital boosts to the local economy. Discover the secrets behind making these historic workhorses invaluable tou…

8. Special Preview - Hokkaido Shinkansen: Hopes and Challenges

2015-11-13

On March 26, 2016, the new Series H5 will enter service on Japan's latest shinkansen line, which runs through the world's longest undersea tunnel between Honshu and Hokkaido. Rena…

9. Yamanote Line: The Green Rotating Heart of Tokyo

2015-12-04

With trains making 650 round trips each day, the JR Yamanote Line is the artery of Tokyo's railways. On November 30, the new Series E235 entered service on the green-colored loop …