Japan Railway Enthusiast’s Paradise: Biggest Train Model Convention 2024 Expo N-Gauge & Diorama
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🎉 About this video 🎉
In this video, we take you to the 23rd International Model Railway Convention 2024 held in Tokyo, Japan, this summer! The theme for this year is “Express Trains,” showcasing a wide variety of express trains from Japan and around the world. As always, the event was an incredible experience for all train enthusiasts!
📌 Highlights of the Convention 📌
Various Scales: From N gauge to HO gauge and even large models big enough to ride on, there’s something for everyone.
Top Manufacturers: You’ll see models from famous makers like KATO, TOMIX, and many others.
Unique Dioramas: One-of-a-kind handmade dioramas are a sight to behold. This is the largest gathering of diorama layouts in Japan.
📅 Two-Part Series!
Because this convention is so large, we’ve split the video into two parts: “Part 1” and “Part 2.” Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss the second half next week!
💬 Message to Viewers 💬
This video was made to share a fun and rare experience with you. If you spot any errors in the video, please let us know in the comments section! We also made sure to respect filming etiquette by prioritizing children and avoiding unnecessary face appearances in the footage. If you’re a train enthusiast from overseas, we highly recommend visiting Japan for this incredible experience!
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💰 Ticket Information 💰
Admission: 1,500 yen (1,200 yen pre-sale), free for elementary school children and younger.
Featured Trains:
Bernina Express, Italo, TGV, ICE
W7 Kagayaki, Liberty, East-i, Lilac
Super Soya, Okhotsk, Cassiopeia, Kegon
Haruka, Kaiji, Odakyu Romancecar
Hakone Tozan Railway, Doctor Yellow, Raicho, Odoriko
Yamanote Line, Chuo Line, Saikyo Line, Rinkai Line, Thomas, Red Arrow
Plus many more! Including N gauge, HO gauge, Plarail, Lego trains, and many more exciting exhibits.
🕒 Timeline 🕒
0:00 Opening
0:17 Start
0:41 Current location
1:39 Full map overview
1:54 Railway Fan Club (RFC)
2:18 Gekidan Sanporu
5:03 Yudena Mori
7:54 J-TRAK Society
8:59 Yo
11:35 Jiyuu Honpo Line
12:18
14:01
15:35
16:24
17:46
18:07
19:38
21:31 Hasuda First Engine Depot
23:11 Rasujin Railway Society
23:40 Sound Rail Park
24:57
25:30
26:30 Hirai Railway with Wari
28:06 Next episode teaser
※ If you know the names of the empty sections, please let us know in the comments!
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