1. Railway enthusiasts had an exclusive opportunity to visit a railyard in Nagano, Japan on September 18th, where they could observe and interact with the Hokuriku Shinkansen E7 series bullet train.
2. Participants were granted access to the driver's cabin of the E7 series, allowing them to sit in the driver's seat and take photos.
3. In addition to viewing the trains, visitors observed an inspection of the Shinkansen trucks and had a chance to see a special train used for track condition checks. The event aimed to increase public familiarity with railways and highlight the work of railway staff.
2. Participants were granted access to the driver's cabin of the E7 series, allowing them to sit in the driver's seat and take photos.
3. In addition to viewing the trains, visitors observed an inspection of the Shinkansen trucks and had a chance to see a special train used for track condition checks. The event aimed to increase public familiarity with railways and highlight the work of railway staff.
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Summary
Exclusive railyard visit in Nagano, Japan on Sept 18th allowed railway enthusiasts to interact with the Hokuriku Shinkansen E7 series bullet train. Participants accessed driver's cabins for seating and photos. Attendees also observed Shinkansen truck inspections, a special track condition check