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In order to cater to the enthusiasts with an unparalleled passion for trains, the Japanese railway company “JR East” recently held a special photography event. This activity allowed the general public to enter the machine factory and capture precious images of steam locomotives. The entry ticket for this photography event was priced at 30,000 yen, which has sparked a lot of criticism online for being “too expensive” and “a money grab.” However, unexpectedly, the 20 tickets available sold out instantly after they went on sale!
This phenomenon has sparked extensive discussions about the consumption behavior of “Otaku.” What may seem expensive to many ordinary people could be considered a mere trifle, or even possess immeasurable collectible value, in the eyes of those passionate about specific interests. Let’s delve deeper into what railway enthusiasts think about the tickets for this photography event.
Despite the hefty price of 30,000 yen for the photography session, it was quickly sold out by train enthusiasts!
This steam train photography event organized by the Japan Railway Company ‘JR East’ has caused a stir online due to its high ticket prices and even made it to television news.
However, despite continuous doubts from netizens and the media regarding the price, the 20 available spots were sold out in an instant.
The train enthusiasts attending this photography event entered the factory to take close-up shots of the steam locomotive.
They do not mind the 30,000 yen admission fee, and even bought the tickets the moment they went on sale.
Several participants shared their views during interviews, which also sparked a heated discussion online about the “spending habits of otaku.”
Many netizens pointed out that this incident shows that those who question the high price often never intended to buy, while true enthusiasts who understand the value believe that the price is justified.
Although it seems expensive, it is a special experience that they are willing to pay for, something that others cannot understand. This phenomenon is not exclusive to the railway sector, but is widely present in various fields of interest.
The insights of railway enthusiasts are as follows:
A railway enthusiast in his sixties stated: “When I first saw it online, I thought to myself, they actually want 30,000 yen, but anyway, I decided to go for it.”
Another railway enthusiast in their twenties believes: “The price of thirty thousand yen is acceptable. The organizers are very thoughtful; they have taken into account the angle of the sun and the parking position, which makes one feel very considerate.”
Meanwhile, a railway enthusiast in their seventies candidly stated: “For those who are not interested, this is indeed a high price. But for us ‘homebodies,’ it isn’t expensive, as after all, without participating in the event, one cannot have such an experience.”
These remarks resonated with many enthusiasts, who often share a similar spending mentality when purchasing collectibles, merchandise, or event tickets. Although they may occasionally be considered wasteful by family or friends who do not understand their value, this “homebody spirit” remains prevalent in various interest groups.
Even the event organizer “JR East Japan” candidly admitted: “To be honest, we didn’t expect the tickets to sell so well.”
No matter what kind of enthusiasts, their investment in a certain field and the dedication they show is a reflection of their unique value.
“Homebodies”, we resonate with your passion.
