2020
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- Returning after a 6-year hiatus! The “Train Festival” closest to Mt. Fuji – Many free trial events at three venues – 100 yen unlimited ride available for children
- The new hybrid “HC35” series for the “Mie” rapid and Takayama Line local trains – 38 cars will be introduced to replace aging diesel railcars – What about the seating arrangement?
- Bus replacement service will end on the Rikuu West Line – Closed due to construction of a parallel road tunnel – Rail service resumes for the first time in 3 years and 8 months
- The end date for the “round-trip discount” – Tickets inherited from the Japan National Railways no longer be sold – JR East introduces a surcharge for cross-company travel
- The Owani Line will full suspension of service in March 2028 due to user declining – To effectively closed and replaced with alternative transportation – Konan Railway in Aomori
- Four JR companies collaborate for the first time for online reservations – Allowing users to access other services with a single login including “Ekinet” and “Smart EX”
- First collaboration with YOASOBI for limited-time train wrapping – Nankai “Medetai Densha” specially decorated – Station announcements planned
- San-in Line to reopen for the first time in two years and three months – Repair completed on bridge tilted by heavy rain – Scenic sightseeing train “○○ no Hanashi” resumes
- Enjoy two hot spring sources at “Haga Onsen Roman no Yu” with a free bath – Get a great deal on a Utsunomiya LRT one-day pass at the same price!
- Paid “Ure Seats” also for long-seat trains – Introduced on Gakkentoshi & JR Tozai Line in October – Extra service to access the Expo will end