East Japan Railway Company (JR East) Employee Directory
Rail TransportationTokio, Japan501-1000 Employees
East Japan Railway Company, known as JR East, is a major rail transportation operator based in Tokyo, Japan. It operates a vast network that includes Tokyo metropolitan-area lines, high-speed services, and regional rail, serving a large daily passenger base. Founded in 1987 after the privatization of Japanese National Railways, the company emphasizes safety, reliability, and sustainability through ongoing modernization. The JR East Group pursues overseas opportunities, primarily in Asia, applying its mobility and related services capabilities to railway infrastructure and operations abroad. Its overseas activities include support for the Indian High-Speed Railway, supplying rolling stock and maintenance for Thailand's MRT Purple Line, and providing technical assistance to a railway operator in Indonesia. In June 2026, JR East announced expansion of its offices across the United Kingdom, Northern Europe, and Europe, signaling a broader international footprint.