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Japan Railway Journal S9E2 — Ichibata Electric Railway: Working Hand in Hand with the Region

Ichibata Electric Railway: Working Hand in Hand with the Region

Feb 9, 202328 min
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In 2022, Ichibata Electric Railway in Shimane Prefecture celebrated its 110th anniversary. The railway is a vital means of transportation for locals, as well as a popular sightseeing route for tourist spots along the line. However, running at a loss since 1966, the railway has