TSJR-Railfan– Author –

and, for rail fans, how to get the most out of your trip... In this article we will tell you why we think Japan is a Rail Enthusiasts Paradise and if you are a rail fan why you should visit Japan. We will also explain how TS Japan Rail, ...

Tobu Railway's SL Taiju steam train runs in the Nikko Area of Tochigi Pref and is well worth a visit whether you are a rail enthusiast or a tourist.

Tokyo in days past had an extensive tram network. Today there are only two lines that are classified astray (or light rail) lines. A number of cities in Japan have tram systems. We will be publishing more articles on Trams in the future.

There are two locations in Japan where you can see ordinary trains running along the road - Enoden and Keihan...

Less than 2 hours from Tokyo, Chichibu Railway in Saitama prefecture operates the steam train the "SL Paleo Express". It is a great way to see the Chichibu area.

JR Kyushu is the main passenger train operator on the island of Kyushu. Here is a collection of pictures from a recent tour of Northern Kyushu.

Japan's Bullet Trains, are rightly a proud symbol for Japan. Learn more about the shinkansen on the TS Japan Rail Railfan website.

Japan must be one of the few countries where the Rail Freight Timetable for the whole country can be purchased. As well of course being essential for those who send goods by rail, it also has a lot of useful information for rail fans.

Oigawa Railway runs along the Oigawa (Oi River) in Shizuoka Prefecture, including the Minami Alps area. It is popular with rail fans and tourists.