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JR West Commemorates 20 Years Since Tragic Derailment

4/25/2025

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On April 25, 2025, West Japan Railway Co. marked a somber milestone—the 20th anniversary of the tragic Fukuchiyama Line derailment in Amagasaki, which claimed 107 lives and left 562 injured. JR West President Kazuaki Hasegawa conveyed heartfelt sorrow and committed to enhancing safety measures, while a memorial facility is underway to honor the victims' memory.

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On April 25, 2025, West Japan Railway Co. marked a somber milestone—the 20th anniversary of the tragic Fukuchiyama Line derailment in Amagasaki, which claimed 107 lives and left 562 injured. JR West President Kazuaki Hasegawa conveyed heartfelt sorrow and committed to enhancing safety measures, while a memorial facility is underway to honor the victims' memory.