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Central Japan Railway Co. has rolled out its new Shinkansen N700S – or Shinkansen Supreme – train model. It promises a smarter, sleeker and quieter train.
Departing from Koriyama Station, we’re riding Train Hayabusa 27 to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto on the sleek E5 Series Shinkansen. GranClass offers first-class comfort, with spacious seating, personalized ...
The evolution of the Shinkansen is also evident in its seating arrangements. Initially, the 0 Series, which was second class at the time, had transverse flip seats without a reclining function.
Japan is set to send a Hello Kitty-themed Shinkansen bullet train rolling down the tracks. Here’s a peek at what travelers can expect from a cute ride at very high speeds.