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Railway jobs, such as drivers and station staff, once dominated by men, are now increasingly being played by women. This time, we take a close look at women working at JR East. Our cameras also delve into the “work style reform” at the railway site. Read More …
Photojournalists continued to capture the changing landscape of Fukushima, Iwate, and Miyagi after the Great East Japan Earthquake from the same location and angle for the 15th anniversary of the March 11th Great Tsunami and Earthquake disaster titled “REC from 311”.
The 13000 series, which is scheduled to begin commercial operation in spring 2026, was designed based on the concept of “safety x security x elegance x future.” The vehicle features the elegant design of a sea creature cutting through the water in front of it, Read More …
The Osaka Loop Line, which circles central Osaka, has 19 stations and a total length of approximately 21 km, yet surprisingly few trains operate in a circular route. Currently, only about one in three trains operates in a circular route during the daytime, and destination Read More …
JR is urging people to be careful about the specially designed Suica cards sold about 10 years ago to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Tokyo Station’s opening, as unused cards will expire at the end of this month. The commemorative Suica card features the words Read More …
Construction of the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, the first subway line in the Orient, began in 1925 and began operations in 1927. Nearly 100 years have passed since then. Steady efforts are being made every day to ensure the safe operation of the Ginza Line. Read More …
TV Tokyo’s popular “Kodoku Gurume” (Solitary Gourmet) is going on its 11th season but season 1 will now be released with English narration and subtitles for viewers worldwide on a special YouTube channel. “The Solitary Gourmet” is about a businessman who travels all over Tokyo Read More …
Japan was once known as a “vending machine powerhouse.” Will their numbers continue to decline? Companies are increasingly withdrawing from and removing vending machines. (Q: Do you use vending machines?) 20s: “I don’t use them very often. Back in the day, you could buy a Read More …
Changing the name of a company you’ve grown accustomed to – this is known as “company name change.” In fact, last year saw a record number of such changes. According to experts, changing a company name is a “survival strategy” in a rapidly changing business Read More …
From the local news segment of TeNY TV Niigata’s “Niigata Ichiban” broadcast on March 5, 2026. This is part of a series that examines the city’s challenges based on Niigata City’s proposed budget for the new fiscal year. This time, we’ll be looking at bus Read More …
The Fujikyu Railway Line, which suffered a derailment in Tsuru City, Yamanashi Prefecture on the 5th after it derailed while applying its emergency braking. Apparently, there was a large vibration while passing through a switch. The line resumed full service on the morning of the Read More …
A wave of bus route cancellations due to driver shortages is sweeping through central Tokyo. Some Toei buses frequented by Toyosu Market users, as well as private routes connecting stations and hospitals, will be discontinued this month, leaving users confused. Only outbound buses remain, but Read More …
A rare late-night transport operation was carried out on the Odakyu Line ahead of the retired train, which gained popularity as Odakyu’s “White Romance Car,” being exhibited and made public from next month.
A popular JDM car enthusiast and filmmaker who moved to Japan and shares his JDM life on YouTube. With over 487,000 subscribers, ALBO has been YouTube since 2006 and showcased his experience in the JET Programme and seeing his YouTube channel flourish to where it Read More …
The One about locals in Tojo-cho, Shobara, Hiroshima worried about the Geibi Line closure. Back in 1990, JR Onuka Station had 98 passengers. By 2011, the station had 3. From 2014-2019, they had only one passenger. And since then has had 0. The first “Reconstruction Read More …
When it comes to female car YouTubers, The Devil Sisters are well known. With over 254,000 viewers, their channel features modifying, driving, and reviewing famous cars, including the Devil Z (S30Z). ■Featured cars: S30Z, FD3S, R32GT-R, and other cool cars. Check out her latest Read More …
To mark the 15th anniversary of the Kyushu Shinkansen Line’s full line opening back in 2011, a major commemorative project has been announced. The train will be made using carriages that were scrapped due to the earthquake. What’s more, it’s an unprecedented project that won’t Read More …
A prolonged suspension of train service occurred on a major artery of the Tokyo metropolitan area. Passengers walked along the tracks to reach stations, causing chaos in various locations. ■Passengers forced onto the tracks…and taken to hospitals The major artery of central Tokyo came to Read More …
Toyama Chihō Railway is facing serious financial difficulties. In particular, it had stated that it would begin the process of closing the “Namerikawa-Unazuki Onsen” section of its main line by the end of the year if it did not receive support or a clear policy Read More …
