S9·E1 Fukuoka: The Steely Backbone of Japan's Modernization
- Episode
- Season 9, Episode 1
- Air Date
- February 6, 2021
- Runtime
- 44 minutes
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
The imperial steelworks established 120 years ago in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Pref., on the southern island of Kyushu, drove Japan's modernization. And coal mined in the nearby Chikuho area fueled this industry. We visit old ironworks and coal mines along the railways that transported the coal, and eat a bento that has delighted travelers for a century. We meet a retired mechanic working to invigorate the area with railroad history and an ex-coal miner preserving its coal mining past for posterity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 9 Episode 1 of Train Cruise air?
Season 9, Episode 1 ('Fukuoka: The Steely Backbone of Japan's Modernization') originally aired on February 6, 2021.
How long is Season 9 Episode 1 ('Fukuoka: The Steely Backbone of Japan's Modernization')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 44 minutes.
What happens in Train Cruise Season 9 Episode 1?
The imperial steelworks established 120 years ago in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Pref., on the southern island of Kyushu, drove Japan's modernization. And coal mined in the nearby Chikuho area fueled this industry. We visit old ironworks and coal mines along the railways that transported the coal, and eat a...
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