Chuo Line

Tokyo trains add live in-car musical performances, including Ghibli anime themes

Chuo Rapid Line’s first-class cars are extra fancy this month.

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How to escape the Tokyo crowds with a trip to a hidden gem on a special Japanese train

Enjoy Shinkansen-level comfort with an ekiben and beer on a commuter train. 

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Tokyo train little luxury showdown – Green Car vs. Kaiji, which is more comfortable?

The answer might depend on what kind of drink you reach for after a long day at the office.

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Tokyo trains now have new first-class Green Cars, but are they a sell-out hit?

A new way to enjoy an air of luxury while escaping the rush-hour crowds.

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First-class section being added to Tokyo commuter trains this month with double-decker Green Cars

New option adds both comfort and cost to Tokyo commutes.

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Station of despair: What to do if you get stuck at the end of Tokyo’s Chuo Rapid Line

More people spend the night in Otsuki than want to spend the night there.

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Tokyo’s downtown Chuo Line now has first-class Green Car carriages for no additional cost to ride

We take a ride and take advantage of a deal that won’t last forever.

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“We just wanted to see them stop!” Four train otaku arrested for throwing smoke bombs at trains

These otaku were a little too interested in trains. 

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Japan Rail baffled by man who jumped onto tracks and disappeared

Mystery man caused a 30 minute delay of service.

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Thousands oppose Osaka Metro’s plan to change major stations in giant boats and fabric swatches

Is Osaka Metro destroying the sophistication of the city, or is it just the victim of a bunch of wet blankets?

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