Ikaros Publications Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Akihiro Yamate), which manages media businesses in the aviation and railway sectors within the Impress Group, released the comprehensive railway guide book 'Everything about Tokyu Railways: Tokyu Shin-Yokohama Line Edition' on May 18, 2026.

A Pioneer Among Railway Operators with Diversified Businesses

It is now common for railway operators to expand their businesses beyond railways to include department stores, hotels, real estate, and leisure facilities. Tokyu is one of the pioneers of this model. Centered around Shibuya Station, Tokyu has developed a wide variety of facilities and advanced the development of areas along its railway lines, such as Den-en-chofu and Tama Plaza, establishing some of Japan's premier residential districts. In 2019, it transitioned to a holding company structure and changed its trade name to Tokyu Corporation. Tokyu Railways then became the company responsible for the railway and tramway business.

In the field of railway vehicles as well, through vehicle development by group companies, it has introduced numerous advanced vehicles, such as being among the first to adopt lightweight and stainless-steel car bodies. Through these initiatives, Tokyu has developed into an entity that goes far beyond a mere railway operator.

This book explains Tokyu and Tokyu Railways across six chapters: company, routes, stations, vehicles, history, and appeal. The content is highly useful not only for Tokyu and railway fans but also for corporate research during job hunting.

This Book is Recommended For:

- Fans of Tokyu Railways - Residents living along the Tokyu Railway lines - Individuals considering employment at Tokyu Railways - Those who want to learn more about various railway operators

Page Layout Overview

Chapter 1 explains the Tokyu Corporation, detailing its wide range of business areas beyond just railways.

Chapter 2 covers the Tokyu Railway lines. The Tokyu Shin-Yokohama Line, which connects to the Sotetsu Line, is highlighted with a two-page spread.

Chapter 4 details Tokyu Railway's vehicles, from active models to retired ones. The renewed 3000 series trains are also featured.

Book Structure

Chapter 1: Understanding the Tokyu Corporation A railway network expanding from Shibuya / Direct operations over wide areas with other companies / The holding company 'Tokyu' and the railway business 'Tokyu Railways' aiming for sustainable growth under a new management structure / Shibuya, Tokyu's rapidly changing terminal station, with more high-profile buildings expected, and more.

Chapter 2: Understanding Tokyu Railway Lines The Toyoko Line connecting the stations with the highest and second-highest passenger traffic / The new Tokyu Shin-Yokohama Line connecting directly to the Tokaido Shinkansen / The Ikegami Line undergoing a 'wood-themed renewal', and more.

Chapter 3: Understanding Tokyu Railway Stations The Toyoko Line: A terminal station that connects directly to the subway / Den-en-toshi Line, Shibuya Station / Tama Plaza Station: Named to be the center of the Tama Den-en-toshi / Shin-Yokohama Station: A new station opened in Yokohama's subcenter, and more.

Chapter 4: Understanding Tokyu Railway Vehicles The new generation trio of the Tokyu lines: 2020 series, 3020 series, 6020 series / A new ace for the urban local line: 7000 series (2nd generation) / Early adoption of stainless steel bodies: 5200 series, 6000 series (1st generation), and more.

Chapter 5: Understanding the History of Tokyu Developing business centered on the Jonan area: Tokyu over 100 years since its founding / 1922-1931: The roots of Tokyu, the founding of Meguro Kamata Electric Railway / 2022 onwards: The opening of the Tokyu Shin-Yokohama Line and connection to the Shinkansen, and more.

Chapter 6: Discovering More of Tokyu's Appeal Using smartphones as tickets: Services utilizing QR codes / 'Q SEAT' on the Toyoko and Oimachi Lines set for evening to night commuting hours / Profile of Tokyu line character 'Norurun' and popular merchandise, and more.

*This book is a new edition of the comprehensive railway guide 'Everything about Tokyu' published by Temjin Co., Ltd. on July 17, 2021.

Bibliographic Information

Series Name: Railway Maruwakari PLUS Title: Everything about Tokyu Railways: Tokyu Shin-Yokohama Line Edition Editor: Railway Maruwakari Editorial Department Release Date: Monday, May 18, 2026 Specifications: A5 size / 176 pages Price: 2,200 JPY (Base price 2,000 JPY + 10% tax) ISBN: 978-4-8022-1741-5

◇ Ikaros Publications Book Information Page: https://books.ikaros.jp/book/b10159818.html

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