When the first line of the Shinkansen opened on October 1, 1960, people working in the global rail industry raised a collective cry of surprise. The top speed of the fastest train on the rails of the ...

The video explores the GranClass cabin aboard Japans Hayabusa Shinkansen, showcasing its premium seating, curated service, and elevated onboard experience. Viewers are introduced to the features that ...

Want to take a ride on a bullet train? You can’t quite do that from the comfort of your laptop or smartphone, but Google Street View does allow you to at least take a virtual tour of the inside of ...

From the very first run of the Tōkaidō Shinkansen on October 1, 1964, until the present day, there has never been a single derailment or collision on the entire full-standard Shinkansen rail network ...

In a move that signals a shift in how speed and logistics intersect, Japan has transformed one of its iconic bullet trains into a high-speed cargo carrier. The initiative by East Japan Railway Company ...

In Japan, finding a true hidden gem seems harder than ever. In recent years, the cities of Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka have become staples for most international tourists who visit. But the adventurous ...

Japan will introduce its first overnight Shinkansen bullet train service on the Tokyo-Osaka route, marking a major change in ...

Hello and welcome, or should I say “こんにちわ と ようこそ” to Koriyama Station! Today we’re taking a look at Japan’s brand new E8 shinkansen trains as we travel down to Tokyo! Texas Democrat stuns Republicans ...

Usually, when planning to use the shinkansen (bullet train), you’ll need to make a choice between booking a reserved or non-reserved seat. This month, however, East Japan Railway Company (JR East) ...