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Celebrate a Century of the Yamanote Line's Circular Operations

The Tokyo Metropolitan Central Library is pleased to announce a public lecture titled "Yamanote Line Circular Operations 100 Years" in the fiscal year 2028. This engaging event marks the centennial of the circular train’s operations around Tokyo, solidifying its important role in both the transport infrastructure and urban development of the city.

Event Overview

Date: January 31, 2028
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Venue: 4th floor Multipurpose Hall, Tokyo Metropolitan Central Library
Participation Fee: Free
Capacity: 100 participants (selection by lottery in case of oversubscription)

The Yamanote Line has been a pivotal part of Tokyo's urban landscape for the past century, shaping the city’s development with the introduction of new stations and services. In this lecture, you will have the chance to explore the fascinating evolution of the Yamanote Line and its influence on the emergence of vibrant neighborhoods.

About the Speaker

The lecture will be conducted by Dr. Shigeru Onoda, a renowned advisor at the Railway Technical Research Institute and a prominent figure in the field of engineering. Born in 1957 in Aichi Prefecture, Dr. Onoda graduated from Nihon University with a degree in Applied Geoscience. His career initiated in 1979 with the Japanese National Railways, where he worked extensively at various esteemed institutions including the Railway Technical Research Institute and the West Japan Railway Company. His expertise has also been showcased in the popular NHK program “Buratá Mori.”

Dr. Onoda is the author of many insightful books, including:

• - Tokyo's Beautiful Civil Engineering Appreciation Handbook (Exknowledge)
• - Exploring Bridges and Tunnels: A Guide for Curious Minds (Kawade Shobo Shinsha)
• - Tokyo Railway Heritage: A Journey Through the History of Railway Technology (Kodansha)

Through his engaging presentation, participants can expect to gain deeper insights into the historic significance of the Yamanote Line, how it has persistently adapted to the evolving urban environment, and its role in connecting communities throughout Tokyo.

Registration Instructions

To take part in this enlightening experience, please register using one of the following methods:
1. Visit the Tokyo Metropolitan Library official website in the section dedicated to public lectures.
2. Alternatively, send a return postcard with the following details:
- Course title: “Yamanote Line Circular Operations 100 Years”
- Your address
- Your name (with furigana)
- Your contact number
Send it to:
Tokyo Metropolitan Central Library
Urban & Tokyo Information Department,
5-7-13 Minami-Azabu, Minato City, Tokyo 106-8575

If you require sign language interpretation or verbal recognition transcription, please indicate your needs on the postcard. Those needing childcare services should specify the age and number of children. If you are accompanied by a caregiver requiring a seat or using a wheelchair, please mention it as well.

Application Deadline: January 13, 2028 (applications postmarked on this date will be accepted)

Location and Access

The Tokyo Metropolitan Central Library is conveniently located at 5-7-13 Minami-Azabu, within the Arosekawa no Miya Memorial Park.

• - By Train:

- 8-minute walk from Hibiya Line's Hiroo Station (Exit 1)
- 20-minute walk from Azabu-Juban Station on the Nanboku Line and Toei Oedo Line

• - By Bus:

- Take Bus No. 86 from Meguro Station to Shimbashi Station (Tokyo Tower), get off at Aiiiku Clinic (2-minute walk)
- Community Bus: Chii Bus Azabu West Route 97, alight at Aiiiku Clinic (2-minute walk)

For inquiries, please contact the Service Department of the Tokyo Metropolitan Central Library at 03-3442-8451 (main line) or visit the library's official site.

Join us for an insightful journey into Tokyo's transport history and witness how the Yamanote Line continues to shape the capital's landscape.