
The Kansai Region
Train-ing in Japan is back for another season! To kick things off, I’m taking a deep dive into one of Japan’s most iconic and culturally rich regions – Kansai. Join me as I explore its geography, cultural importance, and

Hosted by Karune Walker · 🇺🇸 US · EN-AU · 24 episodes
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Do you have an interest in Japan? Trains? Then "Train-ing In Japan" is the podcast for you. Tune in to hear everything train related, learn about prime travel destinations and unveil a side of Japan you have yet to discover.
Karune Walker hosts Train-ing In Japan, a society show with 24 episodes published.

Train-ing in Japan is back for another season! To kick things off, I’m taking a deep dive into one of Japan’s most iconic and culturally rich regions – Kansai. Join me as I explore its geography, cultural importance, and

For the final episode of season 2, Train-ing In Japan hosts its first listener Q&A! From the best apps to rail passes and specialty trains, I answer all the questions that you sent in. Got any feedback or want to leave a

Join me as I explore Japan's unique third-sector railway model. Discover how these unique public-private partnerships keep rail services running in rural areas of the country, with key operators like the Iwate Galaxy Rai

Following on from the Chubu Region, I take a look at some of the unique rural railway companies that are operating in the area, including their history, main lines and even some of their rolling stock! As always, I inclu

With the Kanto and Tohoku regions covered, it is time to move on to the next major region in Japan and one of the country's most geographically diverse - Chubu. As always, I give travel recommendations within the Chubu r

With the move into the Nagoya metropolitan region, I take a look at Meitetsu, one of Nagoya's most important railway operators, and the third oldest private rail company in Japan. Plus, get travel tips for must-visit des

On this episode, I dive into Doctor Yellow, the iconic diagnostic train of the Shinkansen network. With its retirement slated for 2027, I explore the rich history, technology, and cultural significance of this bright yel

Join me as we finally move away from JR East territory to explore another one of the Japan Railways Group - JR Central! I'll go over its history and key routes like the Tokaido Shinkansen, as well as some of its future p

A small follow-up to the Tohoku region, I go over the Mini-Shinkansen, Japan's unique form of high-speed rail, and its two routes - Yamagata and Akita. As always, I also give some recommended locations you can visit by t

Discover the beauty and rich culture of Japan's Tohoku Region, from rugged coastlines to vibrant festivals, and explore the remote landscapes that make this region a must-visit destination. Whether you're a Japan travel

Delve into Japan's intricacies of rail, road, and air travel! From the efficiency of the Shinkansen to the flexibility of driving and the convenience of flying, discover which mode of transportation best suits your trave

Embark on a scenic journey through Japan's Kanto region on this episode of Train-ing In Japan! Discover breathtaking landscapes and hidden gems along six captivating railway routes. From the majestic mountains of Nikko t

Join me on this Sakura-themed episode as I delve into the Japanese tradition of ohanami and explore recommended cherry blossom viewing locations in Tokyo and beyond. Plus, learn about the exciting extension of the Hokuri

In this special episode of Train-ing In Japan, I sit down with a former JR East employee. Get an insider's look at life in one of Japan's largest railway companies, from handling daily operations to managing unexpected c

In this episode, I explore the labyrinth of Japan's JR Rail Passes. Discover the benefits, pricing, and tips on selecting the perfect pass for your travels. Plus, I highlight a couple of must-visit destinations in the To

I go over the history of Japan's railway crown jewel - the Shinkansen! Got any feedback or want to leave a comment? Feel free to do so here! Follow the show on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Train-ing In Japan artwork d

I go over the countryside in Japan, including what the trains are like in these parts, and what travelling here is like. Plus, I also delve into the geography of Japan! Got any feedback or want to leave a comment? Feel f

The fourth and final part in a breakdown of some of the biggest private railways in the Tokyo region. I discuss Tobu, one of Japan's largest and oldest railway operators, and uncover it's history along the way. Plus some

The third part in a four-part breakdown of some of the biggest private railways in the Tokyo region. I go over the history of the Keio Corporation, the link between central and west Tokyo, as well Seibu railways, one of

The second part in a four-part breakdown of some of the biggest private railways in the Tokyo region. I go over the Odakyu corporation, the gateway to Hakone, and the Tokyu corporation, one of big hitters in the Tokyo ra
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