Mapping a Nation's Growth: 150 Years of Japan Through Its Railway Stations

This interactive visualization uses 9,300 railway stations to map Japan's 150-year transformation from a single coastal line to a complex national network. By animating when each station opened, the project reveals how infrastructure development mirrors industrial growth, urbanization, and regional economic expansion. It demonstrates how data visualization can make historical patterns tangible and accessible, turning dry statistics into a compelling narrative of national development.