Japan Rail News: July 2023
Narita Express airport train makeover, remodeled Tokyo-Nikko train adds luxury, scenic train rides in Japan
Railway news
Japan's shinkansen bullet trains gearing up for automatic driving
Just how green are Japan’s trains?
Overhead power lines for Japan trains eyed for transmitting renewable energy
In Photos: Japan's Narita Express airport trains get front car design makeover
JR Tokai’s new Hida train wins prestigious Blue Ribbon Prize
Tokyo: Train fans enjoy Seibu Railway throwback to 1960s color scheme
Japan train fans bid farewell to JR Tokai’s KiHa 85
Anpanman train in Japan carries one millionth passenger
Travel in luxury from Asakusa to Nikko on the new Spacia X trains
Remodeled Tokyo-Nikko train adds luxury
Japan aims to boost number of trains and buses able to accept cyclists
Japan to require security cameras on new Shinkansen and other trains
Ticket news
#59 Japanese train fare system is confusing by
“That's why we use SUICA. Some tips for purchasing your IC cards in Japan.”
Is it still worth buying the Japan Rail Pass despite prices increasing In October 2023?
JCB launches 50% cashback promotion on train, bus and ferry in Kansai area with Nankai Group
Bullet train operators to allow online seat reservations 1 year in advance
Cute cat in Japan boards train without ticket, gets busted by the captain
Travel articles
The best scenic train rides in Japan: Romantic Journeys
Tourists flock to ‘most beautiful’ abandoned rail line in Tottori
Japan outdoes everyone again with its trains that also run on roads
This scenic Kyoto train shows off the beauty of rural Japan
Travel videos
Japan Hour - Local scenic train trip from gunma to Tochigi Prefecture - Part 1
Stations
Takanawa is getting the largest indoor park in Tokyo and a Kengo Kuma building
“Major developments around Takanawa Gateway Station to include an indoor park, hotel, cultural centre and gardens.”