Japan's Railways: Hokkaido to Chubu

Japan’s Railways: Hokkaido to Chubu

Japan’s first railway opened between Tokyo and Yokohama in 1872. Its railways were nationalised in the early 1900s and continued to expand, with new line construction continuing through the 1980s. However, the 1980s also brought rising costs and falling revenues, so the state-owned network was split into seven different companies. Each company owns and maintains its section of tracks and operates the trains.

This book, the first of two volumes, takes the reader on a journey from Hokkaido to Chubu, showcasing the lesser-known, and lesser-visited, lines. Spanning the years between 2004 and 2016, it is fully illustrated with more than 170 images and demonstrates how the lines have changed during this time, while showcasing the various trains and tracks that cover Japan.

Available: NOW

ISBN: 978 1 80282 461 2

Price: £15.99

Series: World Railways Series, vol 5

Format: Paperback, 96 pages

Author: Dave Spoonley