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The Yamanote Line

The Yamanote elevated line circles the outskirts of Tokyo.
You can get back to where you started from for about $1.50.
Lots to see in an hours ride...

Late Night Tokyo Subway

Shinkansen Delay

While getting my rail pass, I was informed there was an accident and the trains weren't running. As I struggled to understand the always helpful service people, I gradually realized no one really knew what was happening. Suddenly it was a news story, the delay grew on and businessmen grew distressed. Two hours passed before the Shinkansen started moving again. I managed to get a seat next to a businessman who showed the great propensity of the Japanese for immediate train sleep. Fortunately his meeting wasn't too far along the route...

Trains, Buildings, Bridges, Suburbs, etc

Once leaving Tokyo Station it was finally time to just enjoy the intricate scenery... The density continues as the Shinkansen rail passes through several large Tokyo suburbs before finally making it into countryside. The company housed in the bottom photo specializes in "mechatronics" says the sign. Not sure about the one above it, something to do with fun maybe.

Back from Japan

This is the first picture I took in Japan, from the window of the subway coming in from Narita Airport. While it's an uncharacteristic picture, as Japan and Tokyo live up to their reputation of cleanliness, I took so many pictures that I wasn't sure where else to start than with the first. Come to think of it, at least he's spitting on the track bed. More to come - soon.