Japan Railway Journal S01E02 · The New Shinkansen: Technology and Economic Effects

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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 taken to combat the snow on route across 450km of Japan, and the economic impact on the town that's now less than 2.5 hours from Tokyo. Also useful tips on choosing the right line while visiting Japan and topics on sleeper train's which ended its last run this March.

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1. 1 1. The Railway Revival: 4 Years After the Great Earthquake2015-03-09 · 28mThe 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 qu
2. 2 2. The New Shinkansen: Technology and Economic Effects2015-04-10 · 28mThis 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. 3 3. Isumi Railway: There's Nothing Here!2015-05-15 · 28mMost 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 open
4. 4 4. Diesel Hybrid Trains: Japan's World Leading Technology2015-06-12 · 28mJapan's diesel hybrid trains use the very latest lithium-ion batteries. Compared to conventional diesel railcars, diesel hybrid trains reduce fuel consumption, carbon emissions and
5. 5 5. Battery Hybrid Trains: Development of the Global Technology2015-07-11 · 28mBattery-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 techn
6. 6 6. Japan's Subway Technology in High Density Operation2015-08-14 · 28mJapan'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 perma
7. 7 7. The Secret of Operating Preserved Steam Locomotives2015-10-09 · 28mIn Japan, regions operating preserved steam locomotives benefit from vital boosts to the local economy. Discover the secrets behind making these historic workhorses invaluable tour
8. 8 8. Special Preview - Hokkaido Shinkansen: Hopes and Challenges2015-11-13 · 28mOn 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. 9 9. Yamanote Line: The Green Rotating Heart of Tokyo2015-12-04 · 28mWith 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 l