Ichibata Electric Railway
Ichibata Electric Railway is a local 42.0 km railway that connects the cities of Izumo and Matsue in Shimane Prefecture. Since its establishment in 1912, the railway has provided a safe, comfortable service as an important means of public transportion for local residents as well as visitors traveling to tourist attractions along the route. In 2010, a movie set on the Ichibata Electric Railway was released, bringing new fame to the railway in Japan. Today, it is known affectionately as Bataden by its patrons. Ichibata Electric Railway has also attracted public attention with a variety of services that are rare in Japan, such as its bicycle conveyance service, railcar pub (Suiden), and hands-on train-driver experience. It is also well-known for its unique exterior wraps.
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