赤あか電でん車しゃ

noun

last train of the day

Colloquial term for the final train service of the day, often used in reference to the last chance to return home. The name comes from the red marker lights traditionally displayed on the last train.

• 赤あか電でん車しゃに乗のり遅おくれると、タクシーで帰かえるしかない。

  If you miss the last train, you'll have no choice but to go home by taxi.