Ohmi Railway

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With a history since the Meiji era, "Ohmi Railway" is a local railway that runs slowly through eastern Shiga, full of a retro atmosphere. The yellow trains, affectionately nicknamed "Gachakon," and old wooden station buildings are the very image of good old Japan. You can look out over vast rural areas and the beautiful mountains of the Suzuka range from the window, making it perfect for a trip to experience "the authentic Japan" away from major tourist spots. Connecting historical sites like Hikone and Taga Taisha, it's a popular line for railway fans and slow travelers looking to tour Shiga's rich landscape.

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Ohmi Railway

Address: Ohmi Railway Bldg. 2F, 15-1 Ekihigashi-cho, Hikone-shi, Shiga
Website: https://www.ohmitetudo.co.jp/corporate/history/
Operator: Ohmi Railway

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