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45-537: Several incidents of monster attacks from a mysterious group named Kitoralsus appeared suddenly in Japan after the appearance of the mysterious Black Shinkansen. In response, a secret organization called Shinkansen Ultra Evolution Institute was established in order to investigate the Black Shinkansen and its relations to the attacks using Shinkalions, bullet trains that turn into giant robots. However one day, Hayato Hayasugi,

90-523: A data book listing the locomotives or equipment in question, in which locomotives seen are ticked off. An early trainspotter was 14-year-old Fanny Gordon, who in 1861 recorded the names of locomotives passing Westbourne Park station on the Great Western Main Line . The hobby is referenced in Edith Nesbit's 1905 children's book The Railway Children . In Great Britain, this aspect of the hobby

135-485: A fantrip by road for the purposes of photography is often referred to as "motorcading" in Australia. Some enthusiasts combine their interest in trains with the hobby of monitoring radio communications, specializing in listening to radio communications of railroad operations using a scanner . In some busy rail corridors, local governments have budgeted, constructed and maintain railfan viewing platforms, sometimes part of

180-515: A front train, middle carriage and back train and that are compatible with any Plarail track. But the three components can transform and combine into a robot that is 18 inches in height and each figure comes with its own weapon and accessories. Also, each figure can also swap parts for added playability. Within each year, new figures were officially released, especially during the Anime's run. The 2018 line also redesigned many existing models to look more like

225-528: A mobile game. Despite initial concerns from the adult members of the organization about having children as drivers, Hayato joins several other kids in using Shinkalions to willingly fight against the threat of the Kitoralsus. About half a year after the defeat of the Kitoralsus, giant monstrous beings suddenly appear from space led by both Nahane and Ohanefu, and are planning to take over the Earth. During these attacks,

270-885: A park area or nearby rail museum, which they promote along with other tourist attractions. One such example is the Folkston Railfan Platform along CSX tracks in Folkston, Georgia , USA, where viewers can see regular Florida freight traffic, as well as Amtrak passenger trains, including its daily AutoTrain . In some democratic countries, such as Canada , many railfans advocate politically for expanded railway infrastructure and promote civic engagement that encourages further development of railways. Owing to their presence at stations and near other areas of rail infrastructure, railfans have sometimes been requested to aid railways and legal authorities alike in observing and reporting safety breaches and incidents of crime. Railfans in

315-451: A train or for covering unexplored parts of the rail network. The practice of bashing dates back to the decline of steam locomotive operations, when more passionate trainspotters wished to note which steam engines they had travelled behind. Following the withdrawal of mainline steam in 1968, a new generation of bashers took to accumulating mileage behind diesel locomotives; the variety of diesel types, destinations to travel behind them, and

360-530: A view of the track, stealing goods to sell on to fund expensive cameras, theft of railway equipment, being rude towards station staff and train drivers, physical assault , and attempting to intimidate passengers and road users for inadvertently interfering with their activities. Network Rail , the British rail infrastructure owner and station operator, has produced guidelines for the behaviour and responsibilities of railway enthusiasts at its stations. In May 2010,

405-544: A young grade schooler who is a big railfan due to his father being a staff in the Railway Museum , accidentally got involved in the recent attack by the monsters and discovered his father's secret working with the Shinkansen Ultra Evolution Institute. Hayato shows a surprising amount of aptitude as a Shinkalion driver, based on him using a training application on his father's tablet that he mistook for

450-563: Is a Japanese media and licensed broadcasting holding company . It is the parent company of the television network TBS Television and radio network TBS Radio . It has a 28-affiliate television network called Japan News Network , as well as a 34-affiliate radio network called Japan Radio Network . TBS produced the game show Takeshi's Castle and has also broadcast the Ultra Series programs and Sasuke ( Ninja Warrior ), whose format would inspire similar programs outside Japan. Below

495-509: Is a selection of the many programs that the network has broadcast. Idol Japan TBS was accused of failing to protect its sources in October 1989, when it taped an interview with Tsutsumi Sakamoto regarding his investigations into the Aum Shinrikyo sect. The network secretly showed a video of the interview to Aum members without Sakamoto's knowledge. Aum officials then pressured TBS to cancel

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540-655: Is credited for the original story with Kō Furuya as the illustrator. A manga adaptation of Shinkalion: Change the World was announced on July 25, 2024, written and illustrated by Naoto Tsushima and began serialization on Kadokawa Shoten 's Shōnen Ace Plus manga service on October 1 that same year. An arcade game based on the franchise, Shinkansen Henkei Robo Shinkalion: Get the Card! Super Evolution Battle ( Japanese : 新幹線変形ロボ シンカリオン カードがもらえる! 超シンカバトル , Hepburn : Shinkansen Henkei Robo Shinkarion Kādo ga Moraeru! Chō Shinka Batoru )

585-403: Is directing the series at OLM, with Takahiro Ikezoe serving as chief director. Ikezoe and Masanao Akahoshi are penning the series' scripts and Norihito Sumitomo is composing the series' music. The opening song is titled "New Challenger" ( ニューチャレンジャー , Nyūcharenjā ) by Boys and Men. The first ending song is titled "Bond Rail" ( キズナ・レール , Kizuna Rēru ) by Morinaka Kazaki meets ▽▲TRiNITY▲▽,

630-599: The New York City Subway attempted to institute a photo ban, which was met with fierce opposition and ultimately scrapped. In sharp contrast, the Port Authority Trans–Hudson (PATH) successfully implemented a photo ban that is still in effect (although it predated the 11 September attacks and the 1993 World Trade Center bombing); it has led to confiscations and arrests on the PATH system. A trainspotter may use

675-958: The Best Award on Television Anime CG Category at the VFX-Japan Awards. Railfan A railfan , train fan , rail buff or train buff ( American English ), railway enthusiast , railway buff , trainspotter ( Australian / British English ) or ferroequinologist is a person who is recreationally interested in trains and rail transport systems. Railfans often combine their interest with other hobbies, especially photography and videography , radio scanning , railway modelling , studying railroad history and participating in railway station and rolling stock preservation efforts. There are many magazines and websites dedicated to railfanning and railway enthusiasts, including Trains , Railfan & Railroad , The Railway Magazine , Locomotive Magazine and Railway Gazette International . In

720-516: The Japan Railways group joined in on its development. The new project was announced under the codename "Project E5" during the 2014 Tokyo Toy Show, with special promotional animation created in collaboration with Japan Railways Group and Shogakukan Music & Digital Entertainment Inc. After the presentation, many changes on the concept were done in order for the toy to be finalized for retail sale and to be compatible with any Plarail tracks. After

765-582: The Metaverse simulator for the first time, which is being managed by ERDA's current leader Kadomichi Takanawa. Seeing Taisei has a very high Aptitude Rate, the UNKNOWN suddenly appeared after its last appearance and started to attack the city as he asked Taisei to become a Shinkalion driver due to his high Aptitude Rate than the other candidates. Despite being hesitant, he decided to become one after remembering some encouraging words from his missing sister, boarding inside

810-619: The Plarail Hyper Series concept into a new series, Takara Tomy hired several experts from the Japan Railways Group for the new designs and concepts. The new concept is a transforming super robot in the vein of the Plarail series, and was inspired directly from several anime, notably Chō Tokkyū Hikarian . JR East Project and JR East Group were already long time sponsors of Takara Tomy during Plarail's development, and other branches of

855-696: The Shinkalion E5 Hayabusa in February 2019. A Nendoroid figure of Hatsune Miku , done in the style depicted in the anime series, was released in August 2019. An anime television series adaptation of the toyline, titled Shinkansen Henkei Robo Shinkalion THE ANIMATION ( Japanese : 新幹線変形ロボ シンカリオン THE ANIMATION , Hepburn : Shinkansen Henkei Robo Shinkarion THE ANIMATION ) was animated by OLM , an anime studio behind Pokémon , airing on all JNN stations in Japan from January 6, 2018, to June 29, 2019. It

900-460: The Shinkalion E5 Hayabusa to fight against the UNKNOWN and defeating it. He joined ERDA after the battle after finding out that his missing sister was an ERDA engineer. The franchise's roots dates back to 2012, during the time when Takara Tomy revived the Tomica Hyper series. At the time, the Plarail Hyper Series did not do well in sales and was eventually discontinued in 2013. In order to redevelop

945-524: The Shinkalions, these models were based on conventional trains. The Change the World line focuses more on combination gimmicks than the last two lines, with weaponry based on non-rail vehicles. Other merchandise of the series were also released in the form of keychains and novelties. Good Smile Company also released model kits of the mechas of the series under the Moderoid line of scale models, starting with

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990-466: The Shinkansen Ultra Evolution Institute has been busy developing a new prototype unit - the Shinkalion ALFA-X. Suddenly, a 9-year old Hokuto appears from across time and space. Having no choice, the Shinkansen Ultra Evolution Institute appointed the young Hokuto to become the driver of the Shinkalion ALFA-X and bringing in the teams from all the branches across Japan as the last line of defense against

1035-884: The United Kingdom, rail enthusiasts are often called trainspotters or anoraks . The term gricer has been used in the UK since at least 1969 and is said to have been current in 1938 amongst members of the Manchester Locomotive Society, according to the Oxford English Dictionary . There has been speculation that the term derives from "grouser", one who collects dead grouse after a shoot , but other etymologies have also been suggested. In Australia, they are sometimes referred to as " gunzels ". In Japan rail enthusiasts are known as densha otaku , although numerous terms exist to describe activities falling within

1080-673: The United States have been asked by BNSF to keep railroad areas safer by reporting crimes and suspicious activity. In the United Kingdom the British Transport Police have asked trainspotters to report any unusual behaviour and activities at stations. In the United States, concerns about terrorism have led to situations where railfans are followed or confronted by local law enforcement or transit police . This has also led to situations where certain transportation agencies have implemented photography bans systemwide. A railfan

1125-447: The World ( Japanese : 新幹線変形ロボ シンカリオン チェンジ ザ ワールド , Hepburn : Shinkansen Henkei Robo Shinkarion Chenji Za Wārudo ) was announced on December 26, 2023. It is produced by Signal.MD and Production I.G and directed by Kenichiro Komaya, with Eiji Umehara writing series scripts, Shiori Asaka and Niina Morita designing the characters, and Yugo Kanno composing the music. It premiered on April 7, 2024 on TV Tokyo. GRe4N BOYZ performed

1170-544: The animated designs and the real world shinkansen type, though the primary exceptions were the Black Shinkalion models, which were created from scratch-made designs drawn up specifically for the anime. Many of the models are the front and rear trains combined as the upper and lower robot half, with the middle carriage storing the weapons for the resulting robot. The toyline for the Z anime features additional train models that form enhanced replacement limbs and weapons. Unlike

1215-651: The anime would end in Summer 2019. A sequel film is also announced to premiere in Winter 2019. In January 2021, a new anime series was announced for spring of that year. In late December 2023, Takara Tomy later announced that a new season would be releasing in April 2024, titled Shinkalion: Change the World . The original Shinkalion toy franchise was released as a spin-off of the Plarail franchise on March 16, 2015. The original toys released, resembles regular Shinkansen trains complete with

1260-790: The anime, titled Shinkansen Henkei Robo Shinkalion the Movie: The Mythically Fast ALFA-X That Came From the Future ( Japanese : 劇場版 新幹線変形ロボ シンカリオン 未来からきた神速のALFA-X , Hepburn : Gekijō-ban Shinkansen Henkei Robo Shinkarion Mirai Kara Kita Shinsoku no Arufaekkusu ) premiered in cinemas in Japan on December 27, 2019. A manga titled Shinkansen Henkei Robo Shinkalion: Dive the World ( Japanese : 新幹線変形ロボ シンカリオン シンカリオン ダイブ ザ ワールド , Hepburn : Shinkansen Henkei Robo Shinkarion Daibu Za Wārudo ) began serialization in Shueisha 's Saikyō Jump on April 4, 2024. Mashino Sawazaki

1305-466: The category including Toritetsu for fans of photographing and/or filming trains, Nori-tetsu (people who enjoy travelling by train) and Eki-tetsu (enthusiasts of train station architecture). In the United States, they can be referred to pejoratively as " foamers ". There is a dispute over the origin of this term. Some cite the extensive use of styrofoam to create scenery and landscaping in model railroad building, while others trace its origins to

1350-710: The changes, the first wave of toys were released on March 16, 2015. Soon after the release of the toys, Takara Tomy announced that an anime of the series is in the works. The anime, aired in TBS , was released on January 6, 2018. The anime has notable crossovers from both the Vocaloid franchise and the Evangelion franchise in some of its episodes. Hayato and the E5 also cross over in the feature-length film for Tomica Hyper Rescue Drive Head Kidō Kyūkyū Keisatsu . In May 2019, Takara Tomy announced that

1395-559: The dangers of acting carelessly in the vicinity of an active railway were highlighted after an enthusiast, standing immediately next to a double track line photographing the Oliver Cromwell , failed to notice a Bombardier Turbostar express train approaching at ~70 mph (112 km/h) on the nearer track in the other direction, and came within inches of being struck by it. Tokyo Broadcasting System TBS Holdings, Inc. , (formerly Tokyo Broadcasting System Holdings, Inc. , )

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1440-477: The fight against them has subsided, the organization continued to develop the Shinkalions and secretly made preparations for the return of the UNKNOWN. Years later, Taisei Ōnari, a Junior High School student, attended the Shinkai Academy to find any clues on his older sister, Ina Ōnari's disappearance several years ago. He met up with Ryota Kuzuryu in class, inviting him to join the school's Railway Club and used

1485-557: The fourth ending is titled "STARTRAiN" by Amatsuki and the fifth ending is titled "Start Line" ( スタートライン , Sutātorain ) by BERRY GOODMAN. The series' music is composed by Toshiyuki Watanabe ( Galactic Armored Fleet Majestic Prince , Space Brothers ). A second anime television series titled Shinkansen Henkei Robo Shinkalion Z THE ANIMATION ( Japanese : 新幹線変形ロボ シンカリオンZ THE ANIMATION , Hepburn : Shinkansen Henkei Robo Shinkarion Zett THE ANIMATION ) aired from April 9, 2021 to March 18, 2022 on TV Tokyo . Kentaro Yamaguchi

1530-517: The institute staff members to confront the giant monstrous beings that reappeared! The emergence of unknown enemies- And the encounter of two boys. 10 years ago, mysterious mechanical entities called UNKNOWN has been terrorizing all over Japan. To combat the threat of these invaders, the organization known as the Evolution Railway Development Agency or ERDA was formed using specialized combat train robots called Shinkalions. Though

1575-485: The invaders threatening the planet. In preparation for the attack of new enemies, the Ultra Evolution Institute is developing a new type of robot called "Shinkalion Z" as well as new armed enhancement rolling stocks known as "Zailiners" that transform from conventional trains to power up the "Shinkalion Z". The children who became the drivers of "Shinkalion Z" with a high compatible rate will work together with

1620-708: The pursuit of clearing classes all fuelled the popularity of bashing. Today, despite the majority of British trains being formed of multiple units , bashing still remains a popular pastime for railway enthusiasts. "Shed bashing" describes going out to as many railway sheds or depots as possible. It was very popular in the 1950s and 1960s. As they required a permit that could be hard to obtain, some "shed bashers" were illegal. Many railway preservation groups run special trips for railfans using restored trains , often on "rare mileage" lines that do not see regular passenger service. These trips are both social events and opportunities for railfans to photograph unusual trains. Chasing

1665-480: The related term "Foamite" (which stands for "Far Out and Mentally Incompetent Train Enthusiast") or claim it refers to "the notion of foaming-at-the-mouth craziness". "Ferroequinologist" derives from the use of " Iron horse " as a nickname for early steam locomotives. The hobby extends to all aspects of rail transport systems. Railfans may have one or more particular concentrations of interest, such as: The scope of

1710-415: The second ending song is titled "Running Up Voltage" ( 駆け上がるボルテージ , Kakeagaru borutēji ) by Urashimasakatasen , the third ending song is titled "Terminal ~Where We Should Be~" ( ターミナル ~僕ら、あるべき場所~ , Tāminaru ~Bokura, Arubeki Basho ) by Luce Twinkle Wink☆ and the fourth ending song is titled "Fastest!" by KOTOKO . A third anime television series titled Shinkansen Henkei Robo Shinkalion: Change

1755-408: The series's opening theme "Senkou Hayabusa" ( 閃光ハヤブサ , Senkō Hayabusa , "Lightning Flash Hayabusa") . meiyo performed the first ending theme "HOPE!HOPE!HOPE!", THE ALFEE performed the second ending theme "KO.DA.MA." and Sayaka Yamamoto performed the third ending theme song "Seagull". Unlike the first two shows, Change the World takes place in an entirely separate continuity. A film sequel to

1800-574: The subject is so large that fans may additionally concentrate their interest on a particular country, town, railway company , field of operations or era in history – or a combination of any of the above. Train photography is a common activity of railfans. Most railfans do their photographing from public property, unless they have permission to use a specific private property owner's land. Occasionally, they run into problems with law enforcement, especially due to post 9/11 security concerns, because they are sometimes viewed as suspicious. In 2004, for example,

1845-476: Was a factor in the 2008 Chatsworth train collision , as the engineer responsible for the accident had been distracted by texting the railfan while in charge of his train, eventually causing it to pass a signal at danger and crash into an oncoming Union Pacific freight train, killing 25 and injuring 135 others. BNSF instituted the "Citizens for Rail Security" (CRS) program for the general public to report suspicious activities on their railways. Obtaining this card

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1890-614: Was common for railfans and is a derivative of the BNSF "On Guard" program for employees. However, this card does not recognize members as employees or contractors, asks them to keep off railway property, and is no longer obtainable. Amtrak offers a similar program, "Partners for Amtrak Safety and Security" (PASS). In Japan, toritetsu have been frequently criticised for their behaviour when photographing trains, including incidents of vandalism and trespassing into restricted areas to set up cameras, destruction of lineside property and plants to clear

1935-525: Was developed and published by Takara-Tomy A.R.T.S and was released in March 2018 in Japan. Characters from the series also appeared in various mobile game crossovers, including Alien no Tamago by Paon DP and Sega 's mobile RPG game Kotodaman . The series also debuted in Bandai Namco Entertainment 's long running Super Robot Wars franchise, starting with Super Robot Wars X-Ω . The anime won

1980-415: Was directed by Takahiro Ikezoe ( Show By Rock!! ) and written by Kento Shimoyama ( Servant × Service , Kamen Rider Zi-O ). The opening song is titled "Shinka Riron" ( 進化理論 , "Evolution Theory") by Boys and Men . The first ending song is titled "Go One Step Ahead" by Keisuke Murakami, the second ending is titled "I WANNA BE WITH YOU" by TETSUYA , the third ending is titled "Go Way!" by Silent Siren ,

2025-534: Was given a major impetus by the publication from 1942 onward of the Ian Allan "ABC" series of booklets, whose publication began in response to public requests for information about the locomotives of the Southern Railway . In general terms, bashing, a term used by British railway enthusiasts, describes a trip, excursion or holiday primarily involving train travel, usually with the intention of collecting mileage on

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