Shinkansen bullet trains are the fastest and most convenient way of discovering Japan. The Japan Rail (JR) network is extensive and the trains reach a top speed of 320 km/h (199 mph).

The Shinkansen (Japanese: 新幹線; [ɕiŋkaꜜɰ̃seɴ] ⓘ, lit. 'new trunk line'), colloquially known in English as the bullet train, is a network of high-speed railway lines in Japan. It was initially built to connect …

Japan's main islands of Honshu, Kyushu and Hokkaido are served by a network of high speed train lines that connect Tokyo with most of the country's major cities. Japan's high speed trains (bullet trains) …

Learn about popular routes from Tokyo to Osaka/Kyoto, as well as lines connecting to Tohoku, Nagano, and Niigata. Get clear, easy-to-understand guides to major regions such as Hokkaido, Tohoku, …

Dec 15, 2025 · It's fast, reliable, and smooth. Japan's Shinkansen (bullet train) rockets you across the country while offering breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji. See our full travel guide.

The world-renowned bullet train offers the highest rail speeds to match its peerless comfort, allowing travelers to travel around the country at regular intervals. The shinkansen rockets down a number of …

Dec 3, 2025 · Inauguration of the line, just before the start of the Tokyo 1964 Olympic Games, was greeted by widespread international acclaim, and the Shinkansen was quickly dubbed the “bullet …

Jan 20, 2024 · Bullet trains in Japan, also know as Shinkansen, are the best way to moving around the country. In this Japanese shinkansen guide we will introduce all the information you need to know, …

May 17, 2025 · Traveling in Japan? Learn about the bullet train (Shinkansen train), how to buy tickets, best seats, and fun things to do on your journey!

Dec 5, 2025 · Whether traveling from Tokyo to Kanazawa, or Hokkaido to Fukuoka, a Japan tour with the Shinkansen bullet train ride offers a convenient and cost-effective way to see the sights of Japan …