it is a sad story a country cut in half the railways were most completely destroyed by the war , now two lines were restored back connecting wonsan to sotchko and kaesong to seoul , one main historical line remains to be rebuilt is the wonsan seoul branch that will connect the peninsula to china and russia
Thank you for your interest in our Korean railroad. I've traveled by train in Japan before, and the northeastern part of Japan was more similar to the Korean railway than the western part of Japan. Of course, I understand that this is because Korea learned Japanese railway technology.
LLEEEEESSSS GOOOOOOOOOO Aftermath: I'm crying with excitement. Thank you for sharing your shots in 원동 (Wondong) even if it meant ripping your pants for them lmao The 8500 "Toaster" Hyundai-Rotem Electric Locomotives were built as a heavier version of the 8200 "City Sprinter" for Fast Freight. Of course, the iconic GT26CW-2 Tunnel Motors still carry long trains in the non-electrified portions of Korail. Also, Wondong is prounounced "Woondoong", not Weondeong.
The similarities to railroads in North America was way more than I thought it would be. Also some darn good scenery fence notwithstanding plus good passenger rail just sit back and enjoy the ride. The similarity on some paint schemes is astounding like they SD7 is early Rio Grande. Some passenger cars are like NdeM or even the silver part of Amtrak. The bright red blue and white was almost a British Columbia ringer I certainly give you credits for the effort to recreate a journey of almost 35 years. Very good effort and thanks for sharing your trip to a country where hardly anybody thinks about rail service at least here in the USA. Always great to see a place make those Investments
Korea has some amazing high-tech railways. I've seen and rode behind some of the old US army EMD switchers that served in Korea sometime in the 50s and 60s.
That KTX-Sancheon at 8:15 is so interesting to look at. When you said it was South Korean designed, the first thing I saw were the headlights and my brain just went "no, that's clearly just a Siemens Velaro" before I saw that the rest of the car had no passenger compartment.
If there's anything I've learned from you, it's that one is never too old to trespass for the perfect shot. Hope you're doing well and say hi to J and the cats for me.
Thank you very much for the wonderful data~^^ I am a person who knows Samrangjin and Wondong area well. (Additionally, Samrangjin is famous for strawberries and Wondong is famous for water parsley) It is very surprising that foreigners already knew such a place 35 years ago. 3:20~4:00 The place in that video is called GGanchon Village. If you are still interested in Korean railways, I am willing to provide you with the pictures of the railways I have
@@stevenjbrown1697 I'd be curious to see what you captured in Japan, with or without a compelling narrative to go with it. I found that Japan seemed the most relaxed/indifferent toward trainspotters, although the spotters themselves took their hobby most seriously.
Trains in Korea really don't get the attention they deserve, thanks so much for making this.
it is a sad story a country cut in half the railways were most completely destroyed by the war , now two lines were restored back connecting wonsan to sotchko and kaesong to seoul , one main historical line remains to be rebuilt is the wonsan seoul branch that will connect the peninsula to china and russia
Thank you for your interest in our Korean railroad. I've traveled by train in Japan before, and the northeastern part of Japan was more similar to the Korean railway than the western part of Japan. Of course, I understand that this is because Korea learned Japanese railway technology.
Man can't get enough of your. One of my favorite RUclipsrs. Keep making great videos.
Your railfan dedication is second to none ! Very good!
Hardly felt far from home seeing those "off the shelf" locomotives! Great video!!!
Thank you for your valuable recordings and interest and passion for korean trains. These are some very nice footage!
When Seven uploads, you know its gonna be a good day!
LLEEEEESSSS GOOOOOOOOOO
Aftermath: I'm crying with excitement. Thank you for sharing your shots in 원동 (Wondong) even if it meant ripping your pants for them lmao
The 8500 "Toaster" Hyundai-Rotem Electric Locomotives were built as a heavier version of the 8200 "City Sprinter" for Fast Freight. Of course, the iconic GT26CW-2 Tunnel Motors still carry long trains in the non-electrified portions of Korail.
Also, Wondong is prounounced "Woondoong", not Weondeong.
The similarities to railroads in North America was way more than I thought it would be. Also some darn good scenery fence notwithstanding plus good passenger rail just sit back and enjoy the ride. The similarity on some paint schemes is astounding like they SD7 is early Rio Grande. Some passenger cars are like NdeM or even the silver part of Amtrak. The bright red blue and white was almost a British Columbia ringer I certainly give you credits for the effort to recreate a journey of almost 35 years. Very good effort and thanks for sharing your trip to a country where hardly anybody thinks about rail service at least here in the USA. Always great to see a place make those Investments
Fantastic interesting video. And at least you didn't have to take The Last Train To Busan!😄
Thanks for the video
Great video man, it’s always cool to see how railroads progress over time!
First class stuff, as always, Mr. Brown!
Great footage! Looks like you had a little bit of a challenge
True!
Korea has some amazing high-tech railways. I've seen and rode behind some of the old US army EMD switchers that served in Korea sometime in the 50s and 60s.
awesome
I love it man. Thank you.
That KTX-Sancheon at 8:15 is so interesting to look at. When you said it was South Korean designed, the first thing I saw were the headlights and my brain just went "no, that's clearly just a Siemens Velaro" before I saw that the rest of the car had no passenger compartment.
If there's anything I've learned from you, it's that one is never too old to trespass for the perfect shot. Hope you're doing well and say hi to J and the cats for me.
Thanks! You made me laugh.
Thank you very much for the wonderful data~^^
I am a person who knows Samrangjin and Wondong area well.
(Additionally, Samrangjin is famous for strawberries and Wondong is famous for water parsley)
It is very surprising that foreigners already knew such a place 35 years ago.
3:20~4:00 The place in that video is called GGanchon Village.
If you are still interested in Korean railways, I am willing to provide you with the pictures of the railways I have
Are you on Facebook?
@@stevenjbrown1697 I have a Facebook account, but I don't access it. If you need my picture, I will send it to your email
Looking back on Korean locomotives, they were very interesting for their time
This is going to be amazing!!!!!!!!!😁
Hi from Battle Creek Steve!
WHY?
@@stevenjbrown1697 working this side now. Needed a change. It’s kinda like a Eugene run 🤷🏻♂️
@@c58rytcx Oh man, didn’t know you were allowed to go east lol!
Bravo
You are the king of the foamers documenting where no American former has gone before
Shucks
@@stevenjbrown1697 Any plans on possibly doing a camera tutorial on how to better photograph trains?
오래전 한국 철도의 아주 선명한 사진을 남겨주셔서 감사합니다. 현재 낙동강 경부선을 따라 자전거길이 모두 설치되어 있어, 많은 시민들이 이용하고 있습니다.
It is so very different now!
no KTX-EUM (after EMU-260) ...?
nice
Im surprised to see a Non-Airconditioned passenger carriage in Korea as late as 1994 (from one Korean video).
Will you consider doing a video on Japan someday?
I have some Japan material as I have made many visits - I just don't have a good story to go along with them.
@@stevenjbrown1697 I'd be curious to see what you captured in Japan, with or without a compelling narrative to go with it. I found that Japan seemed the most relaxed/indifferent toward trainspotters, although the spotters themselves took their hobby most seriously.
Hmm…maybe I should see some Korean Choo Choo’s🚂🚃🚃
You should!
lived in korea for a bit rode trains in seoul, crazy they have 190 mph trains.
Your videos are excellent. This type of content should be on WTTW. Top Notch!
Thanks!