"Operationally, the slow train may run at a loss, but the real gains are in people's livelihoods," says Li Guowen, who manages another service on the line.
As the service evolves, the slow train has also become a draw for tourists.
In recent years, onboard New Year stalls have attracted visitors. Bright piles of ginger and red dried chilies add vivid local color.
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