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[Extended version] Why does Japan's cursed Meishō train still exist? (Patreon)

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2025-09-13 13:02:41

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2026-06

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This early link to the extended ad-free version is exclusively for Travel Lovers, Travel Partners, and Travel Masters. It's 54 minutes long and includes more from the stations, neighborhoods, and rural communities; the tale of a rare 16th century Buddhist carved stone near Isegi station; more from on board the trains; and a complete look at the scenery and places I saw along the line.

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https://youtu.be/2r6kx0aQF7k

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▶︎ Early link to the 31-minute version (with ads) if you prefer → https://youtu.be/jhGEMHMIqI8

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Why does Japan's cursed Meishō train still exist? (extended version)

_Extended, ad-free version for Patreon members_ A look at the struggling JR Meishō train line in Mie, Japan. Includes Mie's least-used station, Isegi. A forgotten but beautiful train line that stays alive despite the odds (and an infamously low-tech block signaling system). This extended version includes more from the stations, neighborhoods, and rural communities; the tale of a rare 16th century Buddhist carved stone near Isegi station; more from on board the trains; and a complete look at the scenery and places I saw along the line. *– LINKS –* 🔵 FREE NEWSLETTER: https://www.patreon.com/posts/138805571 _Read the issue of my newsletter about this video_ 🟢 PATREON: https://patreon.com/t1dwanderer ▶️ SHORT VERSION: https://youtu.be/jhGEMHMIqI8 _31 minutes (with ads)_ *– ABOUT ME –* My videos are about traveling, transportation, and wandering offbeat and lesser-known spots on the map for curiosity's sake. I upload a new video each week. You can also get exclusive travel videos, video diaries, my free newsletter, and more on my Patreon page. Join me there as a free or paid supporter anytime. *Everywhere is worth exploring.* –Jeremy Music by HumansWin / Pond5