221 series
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The 221 series is a suburban electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by West Japan Railway Company (JR-West) in the Kansai Region of Japan since March 1989.
A 221 series formation in March 2008
The seat in a 221 series train
Original interior style in May 2009
Interior of a refurbished train
Laurel Prize
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The Laurel Prize is an award presented annually in Japan since 1961 by the Japan Railfan Club. It is awarded for railway vehicles that entered service in the previous year and voted by the selection committee as having the most outstanding functional and design features.
Headmark panel commemorating the 48th Laurel Prize of JR East E721 series train
1973 Laurel Prize plaque inside an Odakyu 9000 series EMU train
1961 Laurel Prize winner, Hankyu 2000 series EMU
1961 Laurel Prize winner, Hankyu 2300 series EMU