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2k540: There's more to Akihabara than nerds and maids
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2k540: There's more to Akihabara than nerds and maids

Named for a geeky railway term, 2k540 Aki-Oka Artisan puts a futuristic spin on craftsmanship
Darth Vader takes over Tokyo trains
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Darth Vader takes over Tokyo trains

Lightsaber-festooned carriages roll on busy Chuo Line
How to shoot Tokyo in 48 hours
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How to shoot Tokyo in 48 hours

How to see Tokyo from the perspective of a professional photographer
The most Christmasy train in the world
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The most Christmasy train in the world

A new service in Shiga prefecture keeps students employed and commuters entertained
Slow travel adventures: Tales of walking, riding and sailing the world
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Slow travel adventures: Tales of walking, riding and sailing the world

Examples of true slow travel, from motorbiking in the hills of Vietnam, walking across China, sailing by freighter and a three-year cycling trip
Experience Tokyo's Yamanote Line -- aurally
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Experience Tokyo's Yamanote Line -- aurally

A new website plays the announcement for each station of Tokyo's most famous loop line
Keisei Skyliner to become Narita Sky Access
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Keisei Skyliner to become Narita Sky Access

The poor man's luxury ride to Narita Airport from Tokyo is changing its name to make things more obvious
Lean on me: The Universal Bench
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Lean on me: The Universal Bench

When it comes to seats, Keio believes in doing things half-assed -- to help those in need
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