Train Cruise - Season 2 / Year 2014

Train Cruise - Season 2 / Year 2014

Season 2 / Year 2014

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Datesjanv. 25, 2014 - sept. 27, 2014
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Episodes

Exciting Rail Attractions on a 400km Journey
Year 2014Episode 145 min

Exciting Rail Attractions on a 400km Journey

A stunning train journey through central Japan, from the Japan Sea coast to the Pacific Ocean. Ride with us and enjoy breathtaking views from the Sightseeing Limited Express, and a special event on a local train. We visit famous spots such as Takayama, where evocative old wooden houses still line the streets, and the spectacular Ise-Jingu Shrine. We also visit a popular museum packed full of attractive railway exhibits, making this program more of a "must-see".

janv. 25, 2014
A Fall Trip from Kyoto to the Japan Sea
Year 2014Episode 245 min

A Fall Trip from Kyoto to the Japan Sea

Our tour starts in Kyoto, Japan's ancient capital. We first ride on a special streetcar and an open-air tram before boarding a charming local train to the Japan Sea coast. Foodies will enjoy the snow crabs and other local gourmet specialties we encounter along the way.

févr. 1, 2014
A Heart-Warming Journey Through the Tohoku Winter
Year 2014Episode 345 min

A Heart-Warming Journey Through the Tohoku Winter

This time we travel to the cold, snowy Tohoku. We first board the Akita Inland Traverse Railway Home-cooking Dining Car, where we take in the wintery landscapes, while feasting on a homemade farmers' meal. We then hop on the Resort Shirakami to catch a spectacular panorama view of the Sea of Japan. Changing to the Tsugaru Railway Hot Stove Car, we warm ourselves by the hot onboard stove while the snow storms pass by outside. We mingle with the locals and nibble on fried cuttlefish snacks.

mars 8, 2014
Shikoku Railroad Wonderland (Part 1)
Year 2014Episode 445 min

Shikoku Railroad Wonderland (Part 1)

"Train Cruise" is a program taking you around Japan on train trips. The stage of this edition is Shikoku. In Shikoku, made up of 4 prefectures, there are many trains running that have distinctive characteristics. They are fun both to ride on and to look at. Michael Rivas takes a 4-day trip on such trains.

juin 14, 2014
Shikoku Railroad Wonderland (Part 2)
Year 2014Episode 545 min

Shikoku Railroad Wonderland (Part 2)

This program is Part 2 of "Shikoku Railroad Wonderland". In Part 2, Michael travels through Ehime Prefecture. He starts from Uwajima City where he ended up in the first part. He rides the limited express Uwajima heading for his final destination, Matsuyama City. In the train, he enjoys an ekiben boxed lunch with jyako-ten deep fried fish cake, a local specialty. On the way to Matsuyama, he transfers to a local train from Iyo Ozu Station and he introduces the beautiful scenery of Seto Inland Sea (Seto Nai-kai) as the train runs along the shoreline. At his final destination, he rides the Botchan Train which is a reproduction of a 100-year-old steam locomotive. He finds a surprise function of the Botchan Train, which is very popular among tourists. Dogo Onsen, the oldest hot spring in Japan, also makes an appearance in Part 2.

In addition, the latter half of the program includes an omnibus edition of the Train Cruise series. It is a showcase of rare and beautiful trains and specially selected scenes.

juin 15, 2014
Family Fun at the Aso Caldera
Year 2014Episode 645 min

Family Fun at the Aso Caldera

Another edition in our series for train lovers. This time we feature a fun trip for the whole family. Starting at Kumamoto Station in Kyushu, we head towards Mt. Aso. Kids will be delighted with the cute dog mascot for the special express train, Asoboy. The train is equipped with a library with a collection of picture books and plenty of space for families to play and rest. We then take the old-fashioned scenic "Torokko" trolley train, crossing a bridge 60 meters high over a stunning valley amid the beautiful surrounds of Mt. Aso.

juil. 19, 2014
Traveling like a local around Lake Biwa
Year 2014Episode 745 min

Traveling like a local around Lake Biwa

Our train journey takes you to Lake Biwa, Japan's biggest lake. We board trains cherished by the locals and sample food they recommend. The Gachakon Train on the Omi Railway Main Line gets its name from the noisy "gacha" sound it makes during its journey. We also ride a special summer train that operates as a beer hall on wheels and climb aboard the SL Kita-Biwako that travels the JR Hokuriku Main Line at certain times of the year.

sept. 27, 2014

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