The Construction of the Geumgangsan Electric Railway and the Geumgangsan Route : Analysis of the Records and Comic

A detailed analysis of historical records and a comic reveals the true nature of travel experiences on the Geumgangsan Electric Railway during Japan's colonial rule over Korea. By cross-examining three key sources—including a corporate history, a monk's travelogue, and a modern comic—the study reconstructs the journey from Cheorwon Station to Mount Kumgang, highlighting features like the switchback at Dwanbalryeong and descriptions of the Kumi Mountain Lodge. The findings offer a richer understanding of this defunct railway's legacy, which, despite its destruction during the Korean War, provides valuable insights for future dialogue and cultural exchange between South Korea and North Korea.

LEE, B. Y. (2025). The Construction of the Geumgangsan Electric Railway and the Geumgangsan Route : Analysis of the Records and Comic. Korean Journal of Japanese Language and Literature, 104(0), 59–80. https://doi.org/10.18704/kjjll.2025.03.104.59