YAMAGUCHI, Apr 22 (News On Japan) –
After a two-year hiatus, the beloved D51 steam locomotive, recognized affectionately as ‘Degoichi,’ has returned to Yamaguchi, primed to renew operations on the SL Yamaguchi-go line.
The prepare had been out of service since May 3, 2022, on account of points with its tender, which homes coal and water.
Degoichi was despatched to the Kyoto Railway Museum for repairs, which have been carried out from August to September final 12 months, together with a trial run on the Yamaguchi Line. The current completion of those repairs marks a big milestone within the restoration of this historic prepare.
A customer shared their pleasure concerning the locomotive’s return: “It makes me happy. I hope many people come to see and enjoy the SL.”
With upkeep work progressing at Shin-Yamaguchi Station, the SL Yamaguchi-go is scheduled to recommence its journeys on May 3, inviting passengers to as soon as once more expertise the appeal of conventional steam-powered journey.
Source: 日テレNEWS