“I was so excited when I rode on the second level for the first time. I hope there will be another such exciting train.” ー Hiroyuki...
It’s kilometer 42.8 on the Linear Chuo Shinkansen’s Yamanashi test line between Uenohara and Fuefuki. At The Sankei Shimbun and JAPAN Forward, we had...
One of the most efficient, comfortable, and enjoyable ways to travel across the Japanese archipelago is by shinkansen, which covers a network of lines from...
On July 1, a brand-new model of the Tokaido Shinkansen train made its debut. As the first full model change in 13 years, the...
Those who have traveled on a bullet train in Japan will know what a treat it is to ride. For those who haven’t, you...
On May 16, JR East unveiled to the media the next generation of the Shinkansen, Japan’s state-of-the-art bullet trains. The new series ALFA-X was presented...
Just before dawn, a sight which resembles a sci-fi movie unfolded before our eyes. With their red headlights waiting to pull out of the station,...
The much-awaited Shinkansen featuring Sanrio’s popular character, Hello Kitty started its operation on Saturday, June 30, with hundreds of fans either going on board...
On May 18, JR West announced that a new 500 series Shinkansen featuring Sanrio’s popular character, Hello Kitty, would commence operation on June 30....
The Bullet trains in Japan—Shinkansen—are famous worldwide for their speed, efficiency, comfort, and sheer elegance of shape. They are so elegant, in fact, that...
The state visit saw key developments in Japan-US space coordination, including an agreement for a Japanese astronaut to join one of NASA's lunar missions.
Governor Heita Kawakatsu resigns following uproar over his latest malfeasance. As he exits, we examine the motives behind his opposition to the maglev train.