JR Group

The JR Group, or Japan Railways Group, is a collection of companies that operate Japan’s national train services. Originally part of the government’s Japan National Railways, it was privatized in 1987 into seven regional companies plus a freight operator. The JR Group manages a vast network of rail lines across Japan, providing efficient passenger and freight transportation. Known for punctuality and safety, these companies play a key role in Japan’s economy and daily life, connecting cities and regions while also developing urban transit and tourism services.