Train-ing in Japan is back for another season! To kick things off, I’m taking a deep dive into one of Japan’s most iconic and culturally rich regions – Kansai. Join me as I explore its geography, cultural importance, and of course, its legendary railway network. As always, I include some of my travel recommendations, like the sacred Kumano Kodo trails and the beautiful Lake Biwako area! Got any feedback or want to leave a comment? Feel free to do so here! Follow the show on Facebook, Twitter ...
For the final episode of season 2, Train-ing In Japan hosts its first listener Q&A! From the best apps to rail passes and specialty trains, I answer all the questions that you sent in. Got any feedback or want to leave a comment? Feel free to do so here! Follow the show on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Train-ing In Japan artwork done by Simon Brigham
Join me as I explore Japan's unique third-sector railway model. Discover how these unique public-private partnerships keep rail services running in rural areas of the country, with key operators like the Iwate Galaxy Railway and Shinano Railway. Got any feedback or want to leave a comment? Feel free to do so here! Follow the show on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Train-ing In Japan artwork done by Simon Brigham
Following on from the Chubu Region, I take a look at some of the unique rural railway companies that are operating in the area, including their history, main lines and even some of their rolling stock! As always, I include some of my travel recommendations, such as Unazuki Onsen in Toyama prefecture! Got any feedback or want to leave a comment? Feel free to do so here! Follow the show on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Train-ing In Japan artwork done by Simon Brigham
With the Kanto and Tohoku regions covered, it is time to move on to the next major region in Japan and one of the country's most geographically diverse - Chubu. As always, I give travel recommendations within the Chubu region, including Takayama, Toyama and Nagano! Got any feedback or want to leave a comment? Feel free to do so here! Follow the show on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Train-ing In Japan artwork done by Simon Brigham