A local Japanese train crosses a railway bridge deep in the mountains | Oito Line Itoigawa Niigata

The Oito Line in Itoigawa, Niigata Prefecture, is a rural railway that winds through the rugged mountains of the Himekawa Gorge. In this video, a local train crosses a railway bridge surrounded by deep valleys and forested peaks. As the line follows the Himekawa River, it repeatedly traverses bridges and tunnels, offering some of the most scenic views in rural Japan. Enjoy the sight of a train moving through this remote mountain landscape and experience the quiet charm of Japan’s local railways.