Japanese trains (Page 7)
The world-famous Sanrio character wants to welcome you onboard her very own high-speed train.
The difference between this man’s appearance and the sound of his voice has everyone talking.
Written entirely in Japanese and without any English text, foreign visitors are wondering what on earth these ads mean.
Passengers say they’ve been trying to hold in their laughter after laying eyes on this unforgettable image.
Japan Rail has just released a list of the most rare and frequently lost items found on their trains, and when they’re most likely to find them.
In a society that prides itself on polite customer service, this ticket machine stands out for its hilariously impolite treatment of customers.
It might look like brand new technology, but this surprising system is on a train that’s been running for more than forty years.
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