The Japan Rail Modelers (JRM) of Washington DC are a loose group that focus on modeling Japanese rail systems. Our goal is to support and encourage modeling of Japanese rail systems and provide public education about the extensive Japanese railroads. We are currently producing a 70 square foot portable N Scale layout that can be set up at model railroading shows and other events.

JRM NEWS!

JRM will have it's layout on display at the Great Scale Model Train Show at the Maryland State fairgrounds in Timonium, MD on October 11-12, 2008. Come and see us!

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The JRM layout will also be on display at the 18th Annual Lions Club Model Train Show in Rockville, MD on November 8 & 9, 2008 Come and see us!

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Trains of Japan- A Photo Essay By Bob Tomasko - Revised, Updated and Expanded!
Japan is a railfan’s heaven – especially if you like electrically propelled passenger trains. You name it, and (except for mile-long freights) they have it. JRM member Bob Tomasko took the photos that follow during trips to Japan in 2001, 2003, 2006 and 2007. They illustrate the broad range of equipment you are likely to see on a visit.

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