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Nostalgic Encounter with an Isumi Line Carriage・昭和レトロの旅：上総中野駅といすみ線の350型の黄色い一両列車
Location: Otaki Town, Chiba Prefecture, Japan
Timestamp: 13:48・2024/07/10
Fujifilm X100V with 5% diffusion filter
ISO 320 for 1/320 sec. at ƒ/2.2
Pro Negative High film simulation
While exploring the quaint Kazusa-Nakano Station, I was delighted to experience the charm of an old train station that has a Showa-era vibe. To my surprise, a single yellow carriage of the Isumi Line rolled gently into the station, its vibrant colors contrasting beautifully against the lush green backdrop.
Intrigued, I wandered behind the station for a closer look at the train that had just arrived. This particular train is an Izumi Model 350, a diesel railcar series introduced to the Isumi Line in 2013 and 2014. In the photo, we can see carriage No. 351, one of only four carriages on the entire line. The other carriages are Nos. 301, 302, and 352.
The Isumi Line’s fleet of only 4 carriages is thoughtfully designed to cater to both commuters and tourists. Two of the carriages feature long, bench-style seating that runs parallel to the length of the carriage—perfect for the bustling weekday commute. The other two carriages are fitted with cross-seating, where groups of four seats face each other, providing a more intimate setting ideal for leisurely weekend rides. These cross-seating carriages offer tourists a panoramic view of the picturesque countryside as they journey through the rural countryside.
The 350 Series is a modern iteration inspired by the classic Kiha 52 series, first introduced to Japanese railways in 1958. These diesel railcars are powered by a robust in-line 6-cylinder, 355 PS diesel engine, with a transmission that combines one gear and two direct gears, offering a smooth ride and efficient operations.
As I stood there, listening to the hum of the idling diesel engine, memories of my first ride on a single carriage diesel train came flooding back. It was on the Sagami Line in the 1980s, an experience that left a lasting impression on me as most other trains I rode were all electrified. The low rumble of the diesel engine reminded me of driving a diesel farm tractor on my father’s farm—a sound both comforting and evocative. I hope to relive that experience one day, perhaps on this very train, when I have a chance to secure a sitter for my border collie.
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