Episodes
The Return of Japan's Night Trains
January 15, 2026
With the expansion of the Shinkansen, Japan's night trains all but disappeared. Now, the last remaining sleeper expresses, along with a new night train, are trending once more. We take a closer look.
Must-see Railway News: The Latter Half of 2025
January 29, 2026
Railway news from the latter half of 2025. Join us as we look back on new railway vehicles, cutting-edge technologies, commemorative events and more from across Japan.
Battling the Snow: Japan's Northern Railways
March 5, 2026
In regions that experience heavy snowfall, railways use snowplows in combination with other systems to keep the trains running. See how the railways maintain service in Japan's snow country.
Railway Technical Research Institute: Leading the Way
March 26, 2026
Railway Technical Research Institute leads R&D for Japan's railways, from the JR companies to smaller regional lines. See the cutting-edge research that's shaping the future of rail transport.
