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Japan Railway Journal · S4E9 — Kominato Railway: The Strategy of a Quaint Local Railway
Season 4 episodes
1. Driving Forward With Steam: Oigawa Railway's StrategyJan 12, 2018
2. Hokuriku Shinkansen Update: Re-assessing the Effects and Challenges 3 Years OnJan 19, 2018
3. JR OITA CITY: The Station Complex that Changed the GameFeb 15, 2018
4. Enoshima Electric Railway: A Good Old 10km RideMar 2, 2018
5. A New Generation of Commuter Train: Tokyu Corporation's Series 2020Apr 6, 2018
6. The Ultimate in Comfort: New Limited Express Super AzusaApr 20, 2018
7. Tobu Railway's Revaty Express: Moving Forward to a Better NikkoMay 24, 2018
8. Gakunan Electric Train: A New Outlook in the Foothills of Mt. FujiJun 8, 2018
9. Kominato Railway: The Strategy of a Quaint Local RailwayJul 12, 2018
10. The Golden Route to Hakone: Limited Express Romancecar and the Mountain TrainJul 19, 2018
11. New-Look Railway Museum: A Wonderland of Japan's Railway HistoryJul 27, 2018
12. Shinano Railway: Managing the Risks of the Next 30 YearsSep 21, 2018
13. Chartered Tour Trains: Special Times for Special ToursSep 28, 2018
14. Nagoya Railroad: Advancing with Easy Airport Access and a Famous Castle TownOct 19, 2018
15. JR Central: Enticing Tourists with Helpful Services & EventsOct 26, 2018
16. Iwate Galaxy Railway: Launching Services for the CommunityNov 9, 2018
17. Echizen Railway: Heading into the Future with the Community OnboardNov 23, 2018
18. Seibu Railway: Setting its Sights on the Chichibu RegionDec 21, 2018Synopsis
The Kominato Railway, a 39.1-kilometer local line that traverses mountainous terrain in Chiba Prefecture, has recently faced financial difficulties. To revitalize the line and draw visitors, the company initiated a trolley train service. The trolley car, designed to resemble a classic steam locomotive, is powered by a modern diesel engine. Explore the strategies the railway has adopted to boost revenue, and consider joining us for the celebrated "Singing Train," where passengers can share in the
