私鉄

Private railway; a train line not operated by the Japan Railways (JR) Group.

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Noun

Private Railway

Refers to any railway company or line that is privately owned and distinct from the Japan Railways Group.

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この辺りは JR より私鉄の方が便利です。

Around here, the private railways are more convenient than JR.

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私鉄

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Private railway; a train line not operated by the Japan Railways (JR) Group.

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