JR EAST Train Simulator News

Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator!
We are pleased to inform you of an upcoming event.

On February 10 (Sat.) and 11 (Sun.), 2024, JR EAST Train Simulator will travel to the "Super Train Stamp Rally Event in Omiya Station" to be held at the East-West Walkway of Omiya Station.


[h3]"Super Train Stamp Rally Event in Omiya Station" Event Outline[/h3]

• Date & Time: February 10 (Sat.) & 11 (Sun.), 2024 10:00-16:00 each day
  Railroad goods and station box lunches will be sold until 18:00 on both days.
  
• Location: Omiya Station, East-West connecting passageway
  

[h3]Event Details[/h3]

• JRE MALL Special Exhibition of Railroad Antique Auction
  
• "Super Train Stamp Rally" related goods and other exhibits
  
• JR EAST Train Simulator Operation Experience / Model Train Operation Experience
  
• Sale of railroad goods and station box lunches
  

▶Related Press: An auction of railroad antiques of the cars featured in the Super Train Stamp Rally will be held! (In Japanese)


The "JR EAST Train Simulator" will come to Omiya Station as one of the events of this event.
At the event, visitors can enjoy the experience of driving the JR East Train Simulator using the same type of mass controller (manufactured by TSUKASA KIKOU CO.,LTD) that is actually used by the train drivers.




*Images are for illustrative purposes only.

[h3]JR EAST Train Simulator Driving Experience[/h3]
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• Experience time: February 10 (Sat.) and 11 (Sun.), 2024, 10:00 - 16:00, 10 minutes per pair
  Limited to 2 pairs for each simulator driving experience
  
• Fee: 1,000 yen (tax included)
  
• Sales location: JRE MALL (JR EAST Head office store)
  
• Age: 3 years old and up
  
• Since the operation of the mass controller requires a lot of strength, small children should participate with a parent or guardian.
  

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[h3]Recommendations

• You can use the same type of mass controller (controller) that is actually used by the driver!
  
• You can choose your favorite route to drive from among the routes that have been distributed in the JR EAST Train Simulator in the past!
  
• Pairs of white gloves actually used by the driver on the train will be given to those who experience the simulator!
  
• We will lend out school caps to children.
  

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[h3]Please note that electronic tickets must be purchased in advance for the experience.[/h3]
For details, please see the following product pages.
(*Please forgive us if the product is sold out.)

[h3]▶For tickets to the JR EAST Train Simulator Driving Experience on Saturday, February 10, click here.[/h3]
[h3]▶For tickets to the JR EAST Train Simulator Driving Experience on February 11 (Sun.), click here.[/h3]

On February 10 (Sat.) and 11 (Sun.), please purchase an electronic ticket and come to Omiya Station!
We look forward to seeing you all at the event.

The following modifications have been made.

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【All Routes】
• In some PC environments, the "0 second fusing success!!!!" display did not appear in some PC environments has been corrected.
  
  【Chuo Line Rapid Service DLC】
• Incorrect slope setting between Yotsuya and Ochanomizu Stations has been corrected.
  Before correction: 8.3‰ upstream → After correction: 8.3‰ downstream
  
  【Koumi Line DLC】
• Added downhill gradient limit (70 km/h).
  Between Nobeyama Station and Shinano-Kawakami Station, and between Shinano-Kawakami Station and Saku-Hirose Station
  
• Corrected the Accel and brake performance of Kiha E200.
  ･Acceleration performance of 2 to 5 notches of power
  ･Speed range where regenerative braking begins
  ･Braking force of the air brake
  (Reflection of points raised by active drivers belonging to the Koumi train crew depot)
  

Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator!

In conjunction with the release of the JR EAST Train Simulator DLC Vol. 13 "Koumi Line" , a live YouTube distribution will be held on Tuesday, January 30 at 7:00 p.m. Japan time to talk passionately about the latest DLC "Koumi Line" and the update.
In addition to the usual members, the main line drivers of the Koumi train crew depot who actually work on the Koumi Line will also participate in this time.
Please come and watch!

[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2788350/JR_____E200/


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[h3]＼JR East Train Simulator official goods are now on sale!／[/h3]

https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2111630/view/3640648066056425520?l=english
[h3]*Products are available for overseas sales to 228 countries and regions around the world through "WorldShopping BIZ," a cross-border EC compatible service, by accessing from the links provided.[/h3]
[h2]▶To purchase, please visit the JRE MALL page[/h2]

Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator.
Thank you for your patience, we have started distributing the 13th DLC, "Koumi Line" today, January 30 (Tue.)!


[h3]About the Route[/h3]
The Koumi Line is a 78.9 km long line connecting Kobuchizawa Station in Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture and Komoro Station in Komoro City, Nagano Prefecture.
The line was opened in 1919 by its predecessor, Saku Railway, between Koumi and Komoro Stations. In 1935, the line was extended to Kobuchizawa Station and opened to traffic. Since its opening, the Koumi Line has been a popular commuter rail line and a gateway to sightseeing in Kiyosato and Nobeyama.
The greatest feature of the Koumi Line is that it runs at high elevation. Between Kiyosato and Nobeyama stations, the line passes through the highest point on the JR line at 1,375 meters above sea level, and the nine stations between Kai-Koizumi and Matsubarako stations are among the nine highest elevation stations on the JR line, giving the line its nickname, "Yatsugatake Kogen Line (Yatsugatake Plateau Line)".
Along the line, highland vegetables are cultivated at high altitude and in the cool summer climate, and near Nobeyama Station, the train runs through an expanse of highland vegetable fields. Ekiben that incorporate fresh highland vegetables from Yatsugatake picked along the line are also popular.
In July 2017, "HIGH RAIL 1375," a sightseeing train with a planetarium inside, began operation, running between Kobuchizawa and Komoro stations mainly on Saturdays and holidays.
In this DLC, the train from Kobuchizawa Station to Kai-Koizumi Station makes a major 180-degree change of direction on a curve built on embankment with the Yatsugatake mountains at its side; from Kiyosato Station to Nobeyama Station, the train runs up a steep slope with a maximum grade of 33‰ to the highest point on the JR line; and from Shinanokawakami Station to Koumi Station, the train offers a powerful view across multiple layers of the Chikuma River, known as the longest river in Japan.

[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]

[h3]Points of Appeal[/h3]
[h4]

• Hybrid diesel trains can be operated for the first time in JR EAST Train Simulator!
• Capable of operating steep sections of up to 33‰!
• Actual voice broadcasts by the current train crew are implemented! (Broadcasting is handled by the Koumi Train crew depot.)

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[h3]About Kiha E200 Series[/h3]
The "Kiha E200 Series" debuted in the summer of 2007 as the world's first hybrid train that combines a diesel engine and storage batteries.
The electricity stored in the storage batteries is used to power the motor and move the train. Compared to conventional diesel railcars, the Kiha E200 Series more environmentally friendly.

[h3]Route Information[/h3]

• Section: Koumi Line Outbound Kobuchizawa ⇒ Komoro
  
• Total length: 78.9 km
  
• Number of Stations: 31
  
• Security equipment: ATS-P(R)

[h3]Train schedules that can be operated[/h3]

• Train Number：131D
  
• Type/Destination: Local train to Komoro
  
• Section where you can drive: Nakagomi(08:50)→Komoro(09:17)
  
• Type of train: Series Kiha E200, 2 cars
  
• Responsible for real voice train announcements: Koumi train crew depot
  
  
• Train Number：227D
  
• Type/Destination: Local train to Nobeyama
  
• Section where you can drive: Kobuchizawa(11:56)→Nobeyama(12:27)
  
• Type of train: Series Kiha E200, 2 cars
  
• Responsible for real voice train announcements: Koumi train crew depot
  
  
• Train Number：229D
  
• Type/Destination: Local train to Komoro
  
• Section where you can drive: Kobuchizawa(13:36)→Komoro(15:52)
  
• Type of train: Series Kiha E200, 2 cars
  
• Responsible for real voice train announcements: Koumi train crew depot
  

[h3]International sales price: US$34.99[/h3]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2788350/JR_____E200/?beta=0



[h3]The following features have been added and modified for the release of the DLC.[/h3]

【All Routes】
• Trial introduction of Steam Achievements
  ■0cm stop
  Title "0cm stop" : First time to make a 0cm stop
  Title "Stopping Point Expert": 10 times 0cm stop
  ■On time arrival
  Title "Arrival On Time": First on-time arrival
  Title "Punctualy Expart": Arrive on time 5 times
  
• On time arrival, "0 second fusing success!!!!" display added

【Sobu Line (Rapid) DLC】
• Fixed motor sound of E217 series.
• 1217F: Fixed a discrepancy of 1 to 2 minutes in the time shown in the "Next Stop" column on the MON screen for the section from Chiba Station onward.
• Added ambient sounds during station stops (Tokyo Station, Shin-Nihombashi Station, Bakurocho Station, Narita Airport Terminal 2･3 Station, Narita Airport Terminal 1 Station)
  Sound materials recorded at Bakurocho station were added to each station to match the underground station environment.
  [previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
  

【Nambu Line, Nambu Branch Line, and Tsurumi Line DLC】
• Tsurumi Line: Fixed brake sound of Series 205-1100.

【Hachinohe Line DLC】
• Speed limit partially corrected.

【Yamanote Line DLC】
• Added a train departure melody (Earth Corporation: MONDAHMIN CM song) at Kanda Station
  As of October 2, 2023 (Monday), the departure melody of the Yamanote Line (inner/outer bound) platform at Kanda Station has been changed to the CM song melody of "MONDAHMIN", a product of Earth Corporation.
  The same melody has now been implemented in the JR EAST Train Simulator.
  [previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
  

【Senseki Line DLC】
• Replaced some of the ambient sounds during station stops (Nigatake Station, Nakanosakae Station, Hon-Shiogama Station).
  In keeping with the environment around the station, the sound material was replaced with that of a busy arterial road.
  [previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
  

【Tokaido Line DLC】
• Fixed motor sound of Series E233-3000.
• 1865E: Correction of some signal indications between Yugawara Station and Atami Station
  2nd block signal : Proceed aspect→ Decelerate aspect
  1st block signal : Decelerate aspect→ Caution aspect
  Main line home signal : Caution aspect → Attention aspect
  Tokaido Line starting signal: lights out → Stop aspect
  

【Oito Line DLC】
• Partial correction of the timing of application of speed limits.

[h3]If you like this update and the Koumi Line DLC, we would appreciate your review ratings.
Your reviews are the driving force behind our work.
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We will continue to update the software based on the reviews and comments we receive.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2788350/JR_____E200/?beta=0

Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator!
We are pleased to announce the Koumi Line DLC, which will finally go on sale on January 30 (Tuesday).


*The screen is under development and the contents may change from the time of release.

[h3]Points of Appeal[/h3]
[h3]

• Hybrid diesel trains can be operated for the first time in JR EAST Train Simulator!
• Capable of operating steep sections of up to 33‰!
• Actual voice broadcasts by the current train crew are implemented! (Broadcasting is handled by the Koumi Train crew depot.)

[/h3]

[h3]About the Route[/h3]
The Koumi Line is a 78.9 km long line connecting Kobuchizawa Station in Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture and Komoro Station in Komoro City, Nagano Prefecture.
The line was opened in 1919 by its predecessor, Saku Railway, between Koumi and Komoro Stations. In 1935, the line was extended to Kobuchizawa Station and opened to traffic. Since its opening, the Koumi Line has been a popular commuter rail line and a gateway to sightseeing in Kiyosato and Nobeyama.
The greatest feature of the Koumi Line is that it runs at high elevation. Between Kiyosato and Nobeyama stations, the line passes through the highest point on the JR line at 1,375 meters above sea level, and the nine stations between Kai-Koizumi and Matsubarako stations are among the nine highest elevation stations on the JR line, giving the line its nickname, "Yatsugatake Kogen Line (Yatsugatake Plateau Line)".
Along the line, highland vegetables are cultivated at high altitude and in the cool summer climate, and near Nobeyama Station, the train runs through an expanse of highland vegetable fields. Ekiben that incorporate fresh highland vegetables from Yatsugatake picked along the line are also popular.
In July 2017, "HIGH RAIL 1375," a sightseeing train with a planetarium inside, began operation, running between Kobuchizawa and Komoro stations mainly on Saturdays and holidays.
In this DLC, the train from Kobuchizawa Station to Kai-Koizumi Station makes a major 180-degree change of direction on a curve built on embankment with the Yatsugatake mountains at its side; from Kiyosato Station to Nobeyama Station, the train runs up a steep slope with a maximum grade of 33‰ to the highest point on the JR line; and from Shinanokawakami Station to Koumi Station, the train offers a powerful view across multiple layers of the Chikuma River, known as the longest river in Japan.

[h3]About Kiha E200 Series[/h3]
The "Kiha E200 Series" debuted in the summer of 2007 as the world's first hybrid train that combines a diesel engine and storage batteries.
The electricity stored in the storage batteries is used to power the motor and move the train. Compared to conventional diesel railcars, the Kiha E200 Series more environmentally friendly.

[h3]Route Information[/h3]

• Section: Koumi Line Outbound Kobuchizawa ⇒ Komoro
  
• Total length: 78.9 km
  
• Number of Stations: 31
  
• Security equipment: ATS-P(R)

[h3]Train schedules that can be operated[/h3]

• Train Number：131D
  
• Type/Destination: Local train to Komoro
  
• Section where you can drive: Nakagomi(08:50)→Komoro(09:17)
  
• Type of train: Series Kiha E200, 2 cars
  
• Responsible for real voice train announcements: Koumi train crew depot
  
  
• Train Number：227D
  
• Type/Destination: Local train to Nobeyama
  
• Section where you can drive: Kobuchizawa(11:56)→Nobeyama(12:27)
  
• Type of train: Series Kiha E200, 2 cars
  
• Responsible for real voice train announcements: Koumi train crew depot
  
  
• Train Number：229D
  
• Type/Destination: Local train to Komoro
  
• Section where you can drive: Kobuchizawa(13:36)→Komoro(15:52)
  
• Type of train: Series Kiha E200, 2 cars
  
• Responsible for real voice train announcements: Koumi train crew depot
  

[h3]International sales price: US$34.99[/h3]

The store page is also open to the public today.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2788350/JR_____E200/?beta=0


[h3]The following updates are planned to coincide with the release of the DLC.[/h3]
[h3]

【All Routes】
• Trial introduction of Steam Achievements
  Conditions: 0cm stop (achieved once and 10 times), on-time arrival (achieved once and 5 times)
  

【Sobu Line (Rapid) DLC】
• Fixed motor sound of E217 series.
• Added ambient sounds during station stops (Tokyo Station, Shin-Nihombashi Station, Bakurocho Station, Narita Airport Terminal 2･3 Station, Narita Airport Terminal 1 Station)

【Nambu Line, Nambu Branch Line, and Tsurumi Line DLC】
• Tsurumi Line: Fixed brake sound of Series 205-1100.

【Hachinohe Line DLC】
• Speed limit partially corrected.

【Yamanote Line DLC】
• Added a train departure melody (Earth Corporation: MONDAHMIN CM song) at Kanda Station

【Senseki Line DLC】
• Replaced some of the ambient sounds during station stops (Nigatake Station, Nakanosakae Station, Hon-Shiogama Station).

【Tokaido Line DLC】
• Fixed motor sound of Series E233-3000.
• 1865E: Correction of some signal indications between Yugawara Station and Atami Station
  2nd block signal : Proceed aspect→ Decelerate aspect
  1st block signal : Decelerate aspect→ Caution aspect
  Main line home signal : Caution aspect → Attention aspect
  Tokaido Line starting signal: lights out → Stop aspect
  

【Oito Line DLC】
• Partial correction of the timing of application of speed limits.

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Please look forward to the release date!