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It’s time for test runs! Haga Utsunomiya LRT – ‘LIGHTLINE’ will launch from August 2023
November 16, 2022
Two extension sections of Kaohsiung Light Rail opened on Jan. 12 – Great South Ring
January 20, 2021
Newly opened the first section of the Danhai LRT Lanhai Line
November 15, 2020
New opening of Manchester Metrolink’s Trafford Park Line
April 27, 2020
Bordeaux Tramway Line D extended from Mairie du Bouscat stop to Cantinolle stop
April 25, 2020
The trams of Toyama Chihō Railway connected north and south and began direct operation
March 21, 2020
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Aiming to resume in the fall of 2027, restoration costs 1.4 billion yen – Isumi Railway asks for support, suspending by a derailment accident
A first in Japan! Streetcars run directly into station buildings. Opening date for Hiroshima’s “Ekimae Ohashi Route” decided
“Moving away from a confusing terminal,” Meitetsu Nagoya Station – Relocation, track expansion, new airport access platform
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
Tokyu renovates 468 veteran rolling stocks to the latest design – Adding “smiley face” to front of Meguro & Toyoko Line trains
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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
November 28, 2025
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?
October 28, 2025
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
October 18, 2025
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
October 11, 2025
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
October 4, 2025
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”
September 30, 2025
First collaboration with YOASOBI for limited-time train wrapping – Nankai “Medetai Densha” specially decorated – Station announcements planned
September 29, 2025
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
September 28, 2025
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!
September 27, 2025
Paid “Ure Seats” also for long-seat trains – Introduced on Gakkentoshi & JR Tozai Line in October – Extra service to access the Expo will end
September 26, 2025
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