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- One of the ancestors of modern commuter trains is the 90 series train (later the 101 series train), which appeared in 1957 and was called the "first new-performance train."
- Not only did it attract attention for its quieter running sound and smoother ride, having abandoned the old drive system known as the suspended type, but its orange vermilion body, which appeared on the Chuo Line, marked the start of the national railway line being differentiated by line color schemes, whereas up until then the national railway line had been all brown. This was a memorable vehicle that marked the beginning of the national railway line color scheme.
However, if we trace back even further to the cars that laid the foundation for modern commuter trains, with their 20m body length and four doors on each side, we arrive at the 63 series, which was built with the extremely strict concept of ensuring maximum transport capacity amid the material shortages during wartime.
- The 63 Series was said to have been shoddily produced due to a lack of materials and manpower, but after the recovery from the fire, various improvements and new initiatives were implemented, leading to a more refined carriage.
- One of the milestones was the 90 series.
- This book introduces the majestic appearance of the brand new 90 Series train, and uses a wealth of photographs to show the various improvements over the crudely manufactured 63 Series train, looking back on the history of the development of JNR commuter trains.


Item Size/Weight : 25.8 x 18.2 x 0.4 cm / 173g

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Item series

RM Library

Item code

055609

ISBN code

9784777055609

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