Riding the Limited Express Ishizuchi from Takamatsu to Matsuyama

By 日本の車窓と駅の風景。Train window is my screen

This relaxing train video from the YouTube channel '日本の車窓と駅の風景。Train window is my screen' takes viewers on a scenic journey aboard the Limited Express Ishizuchi (特急いしづち), traveling from Takamatsu Station (高松駅) to Matsuyama (松山). The Ishizuchi trains operate on the Yosan Line in Shikoku, offering convenient and comfortable travel between major cities on the island.

Starting at Takamatsu Station in Kagawa Prefecture, this video captures the station environment and departure of the train. Takamatsu is the capital of Kagawa and a key transportation hub in eastern Shikoku, known for attractions like Ritsurin Garden and Sanuki udon. The train soon departs westward, passing through several towns and rural landscapes on its way to Matsuyama in Ehime Prefecture.

The Limited Express Ishizuchi is a sleek, modern train operated by JR Shikoku, known for its efficient and scenic service along the coastal regions of the Seto Inland Sea. The view from the train window showcases a variety of sights: calm sea vistas, rolling hills, and traditional towns reflecting the slower pace of life in Shikoku. The train also briefly stops at stations such as Utazu and Marugame.

Ending in Matsuyama, the largest city in Shikoku, the trip concludes in a place renowned for its historical castle, Dogo Onsen—one of Japan’s oldest hot springs—and literary significance as the setting of Natsume Sōseki’s novel 'Botchan'. Whether you're a railway enthusiast or simply interested in experiencing a tranquil ride through regional Japan, this video provides an immersive experience of a classic Shikoku rail journey.

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