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A Japanese man in his 50s is arrested after turning himself in for setting fire to a section of the iconic scramble crossing outside JR Shibuya Station. Authorities believe the act was intended to draw attention to a message he left at the scene, which Read More …
What exactly is going on? A used car dealership in Munakata City, Fukuoka Prefecture, has suddenly closed down, causing a commotion as customers rush to the store. A used car dealership in Munakata City, Fukuoka Prefecture. People who were involved in troubles gathered there, saying Read More …
A dispute has arisen between the town of Oyama in Shizuoka Prefecture and the former designated manager of a roadside station, resulting in the former manager continuing to operate the station while remaining in place. The roadside station, “Michi-no-Eki Subashiri,” is located at the foot Read More …
A window frame fell off inside a limited express train, the Relay Kamome, possibly due to deterioration of the hook-and-loop fastener over time.
Five male workers fell during crane dismantling work at JFE Steel’s East Japan Works in Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture. Approximately 500 tons of weight attached to the crane fell, causing the scaffolding to collapse. The latest update is that five people fell, three are unconscious.
Tension continues in a residential area of Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture. The cause is a bear that was sighted, measuring about 1.5 meters in length. It is believed to still be hiding in the bushes, and the situation is dragging on. (As of 6:30 p.m. Read More …
On the 1st, the JR Rumoi Line, which connected Numata Town and Fukagawa City in Hokkaido, was discontinued. With this, all five unprofitable sections, the so-called “red lines,” that JR Hokkaido had indicated to the municipalities along the line 10 years ago were scheduled for Read More …
Potatoes and onions shipped from Hokkaido to Honshu, and magazines and daily necessities arriving from the Tokyo metropolitan area—these are all transported by freight trains. The issue of parallel conventional railway lines continues to be debated in the background of the Hokkaido Shinkansen extension to Read More …
It has been revealed that JR Hokkaido is considering proposals, including a “separation of operations and maintenance” model, for eight of its unprofitable railway lines. What will become of these railways?
On the 6th, unseasonably warm weather is expected nationwide, with many areas experiencing summer-like temperatures above 25°C. As cherry blossoms reach their peak in various regions, warm early summer air is flowing into the Japanese archipelago. As a result, temperatures will rise nationwide on the Read More …
From lavish seafood platters to restaurants that give away anything for free, we’ve discovered some thriving businesses that offer unstoppable service! How do they manage to stay in business despite their generosity?
Large 18-meter-long bus with 1.5 times the passenger capacity makes its debut. Shizutetsu Justline, which operates route buses mainly in Shizuoka City, began operating “articulated buses” on April 3rd. They are expected to alleviate congestion during rush hour and address the driver shortage. The large Read More …
With the number of passengers increasing due to the start of a new life and spring break, two new guidelines regarding carry-on baggage were introduced this April. The new rules are as follows: 1. Storage of personal belongings: Personal belongings such as handbags must be Read More …
On March 18th, Hankyu Railway launched a new service using transportation IC cards. Entry and exit to the same station are free for up to 20 minutes, making it more convenient for passing through stations, dropping off/picking up passengers, and using shops inside stations. What Read More …
Early on the morning of the 29th, a Shinkansen train was seen traveling along a national highway. The Kyushu Shinkansen “Tsubame” train departed from the General Rolling Stock Depot in Minami Ward, Kumamoto City, and was turning at an intersection on National Route 3. Even Read More …
The Hello Kitty Shinkansen, which will cease operations in May 2026, held its final event at JR Shin-Shimonoseki Station in Yamaguchi Prefecture, attracting many fans. Approximately eight years have passed since it began operation in 2018. This Shinkansen, which has gained popularity for its cute Read More …
On April 4th, the heaviest rain and strong winds of the year so far have brought a “spring storm” to various parts of the country. Cherry blossom viewing spots, which were in full bloom, were also battered by the bad weather. With trees falling one Read More …
A fire broke out at the Shibuya Scramble Crossing in Tokyo, involving kerosene and other materials, and the Metropolitan Police Department has apprehended a man believed to have started the fire. The fire occurred around 9 p.m. on the 3rd at the Shibuya Scramble Crossing Read More …
Car YouTuber Omuchan has been on YouTube for under a year but she has since broken over 26,000 subscribers. She drives a WRX STI and does videos on her WRX STI and other vehicles.