S2·E17 The Seeds of Success: Kyoto's Sagano Scenic Railway
Synopsis
2016 sees the Sagano Scenic Railway in Kyoto mark its 25th year of operating tourist trolley trains that wind through a beautiful river gorge. The company started out with only 9 employees, who decided it would be good enough if the company could survive for 3 years. Now, 25 years on, the railway attracts over 1.2 million visitors annually, making it a popular tourist attraction in Kyoto. Discover how the collaborative teamwork of the employees made this railway so successful, the first CEO's business strategies, and the unique ideas the company is employing to welcome tourists from overseas.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 2 Episode 17 of Japan Railway Journal air?
Season 2, Episode 17 ('The Seeds of Success: Kyoto's Sagano Scenic Railway') originally aired on December 9, 2016.
How long is Season 2 Episode 17 ('The Seeds of Success: Kyoto's Sagano Scenic Railway')?
The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Japan Railway Journal.
What happens in Japan Railway Journal Season 2 Episode 17?
2016 sees the Sagano Scenic Railway in Kyoto mark its 25th year of operating tourist trolley trains that wind through a beautiful river gorge. The company started out with only 9 employees, who decided it would be good enough if the company could survive for 3 years. Now, 25 years on, the railway at...