Japan Railway Journal

Discover the secrets of Japan's railways, from the newest technologies and systems in use, to travel tips and must-see places.

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Status	Returning Series
Original Name	Japan Railway Journal
First Air Date	March 9, 2015
Last Air Date	May 22, 2025
Seasons	11
Episodes	160
Episode Runtime	28min
Language	Japanese, English
Original Language	English
Production Countries	Japan
Production Companies	NHK Global Media Services NHK
Networks	NHK WORLD-JAPAN

S11E06

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.

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