Japan Railway Journal - Season 1 Episode 7 The Secret of Operating Preserved Steam Locomotives
In Japan, regions operating preserved steam locomotives benefit from vital boosts to the local economy. Discover the secrets behind making these historic workhorses invaluable tourist attractions, and how the practice is gaining popularity. Then meet the experts whose supreme skills preserve the precious boilers and maintain the engines, and see the 300 years of tradition behind the manufacture of a unique shovel specifically designed to efficiently scoop coal. Also, a special guest joining us this time is Rena Matsui, a successful former member of the popular idol group SKE48, and now she is pursuing her career as an actor.
First Air Date: Mar 09, 2015
Last Air date: Oct 24, 2024
Season: 10 Season
Episode: 153 Episode
Runtime: 28 minutes
IMDb: 8.00/10 by 2.00 users
Popularity: 31.018
Language: Japanese, English
Keyword : train, railroad, train travel, train station, railway history, railway, bullet trains, japanese train
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The New Shinkansen: Technology and Economic Effects
Isumi Railway: There's Nothing Here!
Diesel Hybrid Trains: Japan's World Leading Technology
Battery Hybrid Trains: Development of the Global Technology
Japan's Subway Technology in High Density Operation
The Secret of Operating Preserved Steam Locomotives
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