The Cat Stationmaster Who Rescued a Railway

Japan Railway Journal Season 2 Episode 7

Overview:
The Wakayama Electric Railway's Kishigawa Line is a well-known local line for its cat stationmaster. Ever since "Tama" the cat was assigned as stationmaster, there has been a significant increase in the numbers of tourists, which resulted in the continuation of a railway that was due to be decommissioned. Discover how the railway was rescued by a cat stationmaster, the unique trains and building shapes designed to deliver excitement and the local support group that shows continuous support.

Genre : Documentary

Actors : Russell Totten, Ryo Takagi

Release Date : 2016-05-19

Duration : 28 menit

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