Product Description
Although there are no trains running on these railways, visiting abandoned railway lines is a popular pastime among railway enthusiasts.
This book clearly explains how to find abandoned railway lines and what to bring, so that you can enjoy your abandoned railway walk even more.
The book also features beautiful photographs of the Shihoro Line, which is particularly popular among fans, as well as accounts of actual tours of the abandoned railway line, making it a recommended book for abandoned railway beginners who are interested in abandoned railways but don't know how to enjoy them.
Chapter 1 introduces popular abandoned railway lines that are popular for touring.
"How to read abandoned railway lines on maps" by cartographer Keisuke Imao is a must-read.
Chapter 2 lists abandoned railway spots in cities (near Tokyo, Kansai, and Nagoya) that can be enjoyed on a day trip.
[Walkable Abandoned Railway Tracks] introduces abandoned railway tracks from all over Japan.
You may be able to find an abandoned railway line near your home.
Chapter 3 introduces 29 beautiful abandoned railway spots and abandoned railway spots worth visiting, divided into areas.
It also lists transportation options such as walking, cycling, and car, so you can find the abandoned railway spot that suits you.
[table of contents]
- Abandoned Railway Classification Chart/How to Enjoy Abandoned Railways
- Chapter 1 Let's go on an abandoned railway walk
A phantom bridge that may collapse at any time: Taushubetsu Bridge and the Shihoro Line Trail / A journey through abandoned Hokuriku railways / Memories of the Ogoya Railway / Usui Pass: Exploring old and new abandoned railway tracks / A cartographer walks along the abandoned Kabe Line and Ujina Line / Riding along the Oita Kotsu Yamakei Line
- Chapter 2: Abandoned railway lines in cities
Tokyo/Tama Edition: Conquer 6 railway lines with diverse origins/Kansai Edition: Experience nature and history with an abandoned railway trekking course/Nagoya Suburbs Edition: Visit the remains of the Meitetsu line in Mino and Mikawa/Walk along abandoned railway lines
- Chapter 3: Abandoned railway spots worth visiting
Beautiful abandoned railway spots/area-specific abandoned railway spots worth visiting
( This is a machine translation. Please allow for possible misinterpretations in the text. )
This item is written in Japanese.
- *Please note that the book's paper strip may not be included. Additionally, we do not offer replacements for any damage or wear to the strip.
Product Specifications
- Item code
- 215916
- ISBN code
- 9784802215916
Purchase Information
This item is limited to 3 per household.