《當地鐵道 ～環遊日本全國之旅～》（日文原名：ご当地鉄道 ～ご当地キャラと日本全国の旅～）是以日本各地鐵道與地方吉祥物為主題的派對型遊戲，由Bandai Namco於2014年12月在Wii U平台發行。融合地理知識、觀光要素與輕鬆競技，適合家庭、朋友同樂，類型上類似於《大富翁》與《桃太郎電鐵》等經典作品，主打多人遊玩與教育娛樂並重的體驗。

在劇情方面，並無傳統的故事主線，而是以「成為日本全國觀光達人」為目標，透過搭乘鐵道環遊日本、蒐集地方特產與吉祥物卡片為核心玩法。玩家化身為觀光客，從日本各地出發，踏上旅途，途中會拜訪各都道府縣的知名景點，學習地方文化，並與當地代表的吉祥物（如熊本熊、船梨精、成田機場鯊魚等）互動。每個角色都有其特定能力與效果，收集與使用這些吉祥物卡片將成為遊戲進程的重要戰略之一。

操作方面，可供1至4人遊玩，支援Wii U GamePad與Wii遙控器。以回合制進行，每回合擲骰前進、移動路線，並根據停留的地點觸發各種事件，包括收入、支出、挑戰任務與特產蒐集等。利用資金投資地方、購買特產品、解鎖吉祥物卡片，累積觀光點數以取得勝利。Wii U GamePad在此主要用來查看全圖、卡片資訊與玩家狀態，使操作更直覺。由於遊戲規則簡單，操作介面清晰，即使是不熟悉電玩操作的年長者或小朋友也能輕易上手。

主要的特色之一是將日本地理與鐵道資訊融合於娛樂中。全國地圖被細緻還原，在遊戲中實際「走訪」各大城市與鄉鎮，從北海道一路南下九州與沖繩，不僅能蒐集吉祥物，還能在途中學到各地風俗、特產與交通特色。遊戲中的圖鑑與卡片系統提供真實資訊介紹，是一種寓教於樂的設計。此外，畫風採用可愛卡通風格，角色與場景色彩鮮明，配樂輕鬆愉悅，整體氛圍非常適合家庭遊玩。

在市場評價方面，整體反應偏向溫和與區域性喜好強烈。在日本本土獲得不錯的接受度，特別是在家長、小孩與喜歡地方鐵道文化的玩家中，認為這是能與家人共度悠閒時光的作品。教育與地理結合的設計也獲得部分教育界與媒體的肯定，認為這是少數以「地方活化」為主題的家庭向遊戲。然而，在遊戲性與深度方面的評價則較為分歧。一些核心玩家認為遊戲節奏偏慢、隨機性過高，缺乏足夠的戰略與挑戰性，導致重玩動力不足。此外，因為題材地域性極強，對於非日本玩家或不熟悉當地文化的群體而言吸引力較低，Wii U海外市場亦未見大規模推廣。

總體而言，《當地鐵道 ～環遊日本全國之旅～》是主打家庭娛樂、地理教育與地區文化推廣的派對類作品。雖然玩法較為簡單、節奏舒緩，不適合追求高強度操作或對抗的玩家，但其獨特的題材與溫馨的設計理念，使它在Wii U平台眾多遊戲中佔有一席之地。對於喜愛鐵道旅行、吉祥物文化或想透過遊戲輕鬆認識日本各地特色的玩家來說，是值得體驗的趣味小品。

“Gōtōchi Tetsudō: Traveling All Over Japan with Local Mascots” (Japanese title: ご当地鉄道 ～ご当地キャラと日本全国の旅～) is a party-style video game themed around Japan’s regional railways and local mascots, released by Bandai Namco in December 2014 exclusively for the Wii U. By blending geographic knowledge, tourist highlights, and lighthearted competition, it offers a family-friendly experience reminiscent of classic board-game adaptations like Momotarō Dentetsu or Itadaki Street, with an emphasis on multiplayer fun and educational entertainment.

Rather than following a traditional storyline, the game casts you as a tourist whose goal is to become a nationwide “Japan Travel Expert.” You traverse the archipelago by rail, collecting regional specialties and mascot trading cards along the way. Each Japanese prefecture features its own landmarks and representative “yuru-chara” (mascots)—from Kumamon of Kumamoto to Funassyi of Funabashi—each card granting special abilities that factor into your overall strategy.

Gameplay supports one to four players, using either the Wii U GamePad or Wii Remotes in a turn-based board game format. On your turn, you roll a die, move along branching railway routes, and trigger events based on your landing spot—earning or spending money, completing mini-challenges, or adding local souvenirs to your collection. You invest in regional attractions, purchase specialty items, and unlock new mascot cards to rack up “Tourist Points” toward victory. The GamePad screen serves as a handy dashboard for the full map, mascot card details, and player status, ensuring even younger or less experienced gamers can easily follow along.

One of the game’s standout features is how it weaves real Japanese geography and railway information into its design. A faithful rendition of the national map lets you “visit” Hokkaido in the north all the way down to Kyushu and Okinawa, learning about local customs, specialties, and transportation quirks as you go. An in-game encyclopedia provides authentic background on each mascot and locale, making the whole experience educational as well as entertaining. With its charming cartoon visuals, vibrant color palette, and cheerful soundtrack, the game cultivates a warm, inviting atmosphere perfect for family gatherings.

Critically, Gōtōchi Tetsudō received a warm, region-specific reception. In Japan it found fans among parents, children, and enthusiasts of local railway culture, who praised its cozy, sociable appeal and praised its role in promoting regional revitalization. Educators and local media also applauded its “edutainment” approach. However, for more hardcore gamers, the game’s slow pace and high element of chance drew criticism for lacking strategic depth, while its strongly Japan-centric theme limited its appeal abroad—there was little to no overseas marketing for the Wii U version.

Overall, Gōtōchi Tetsudō: Traveling All Over Japan with Local Mascots stands out on the Wii U as a gentle, trivia-infused party game that celebrates Japan’s regional diversity. Although it doesn’t offer intense action or deep competitive challenge, its unique focus on rail travel, mascot culture, and casual, cooperative play secures it a niche spot among family titles. For anyone keen to explore Japan’s prefectural charm from the comfort of home, it delivers an engaging—and educational—mini-adventure.