Season 11

1. Must-see Railway News: The Latter Half of 2024

Railway news from the latter half of 2024. Join us as we look back on the Tokaido Shinkansen's 60th anniversary, the introduction of new vehicles and more exciting railway news from across Japan.

2025-01-23 • 28 min

2. Major Railways Helping Local Communities Grow

Private railway companies in Greater Tokyo are redeveloping areas along their lines. See how they are focusing on community growth over more traditional developer-led models.

2025-02-13 • 28 min

3. The Enduring Charm of Printed Timetables

Despite the rise of transfer apps, around 100,000 timetables are printed each month. Discover the charm of Japanese train timetables as we speak to the editors and the foreign residents who use them.

2025-03-20 • 28 min

4. Oigawa Railway: A New President Steps Up

In June 2024, Torizuka Akira became Oigawa Railway's new president. With half the line still closed due to typhoon damage, see how the company is striving to recover.

2025-04-24 • 28 min

5. On Track for a Carbon-Free Future

Across the country, Japan's railways are working towards a shared goal: carbon neutrality. See the efforts being made to shift away from diesel power and to improve energy efficiency overall.

2025-05-22 • 28 min

6. Revitalizing Niigata's Third-Sector Railways

Echigo Tokimeki Railway and Hokuetsu Express, both third-sector railways in Niigata Prefecture, have struggled since the Hokuriku Shinkansen was extended to Kanazawa. See their efforts to survive.

2025-06-26 • 28 min

7. 110 Years of Nagasaki's Beloved Streetcars

2025 marks the 110th anniversary of Nagasaki Electric Tramway, which has long been a vital means of transportation for both residents and tourists. Discover the charm of Nagasaki's streetcars.

2025-07-17 • 28 min

8. Must-see Railway News: The First Half of 2025

Railway news from the first half of 2025. From new technologies to farewell runs, join us as we take a look at the latest railway trends and major stories from across Japan.

2025-07-31 • 28 min

9. JR Ome Line: Turning Railway Stops into Overnight Stops

A unique project along Tokyo's JR Ome Line is turning the area's empty homes into "hotel rooms" - with one station currently acting as the "front desk." See how tourism is revitalizing the community.

2025-08-28 • 28 min