The Oigawa Railway began operating Japan's first preserved steam locomotive in 1976, and has been a pioneer in the field ever since. Now the company operates 4 steam trains that run more than 300 days a year. Join us as we discover the amazing efforts that make this possible, from their popular "Thomas the Tank Engine" service which has been gaining attention in recent years, to the vital inspections and repairs expertly carried out at the company's own workshop.

Enoshima Electric Railway is a 10km local line connecting Kamakura and Fujisawa Stations via Enoshima Station. About 18 million people visit the railway annually. Along the line are famous tourist destinations such as Kamakura and Enoshima Island and the railway itself is an attraction where tourists can escape from their everyday life. See how the company cherishes its history, and the strategies put in place to meet the needs of tourists from overseas.

JR East's new Limited Express "Super Azusa", which operates between Shinjuku in Tokyo and Matsumoto in Nagano Prefecture, started service in December 2017. Discover how this express train has evolved, from the latest technology used to handle the many curves, to the improvements in comfort. Also discover the reasons why this is the first new vehicle to be developed in 24 years. In "Trains in Focus", join us as we take a ride on a beautiful sightseeing train that runs by the foot of the World Cultural Heritage Site - Mt. Fuji.