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Japan Railway Journal S9E4 — The Tohoku Shinkansen: Full Speed Ahead

The Tohoku Shinkansen: Full Speed Ahead

Apr 13, 202328 min
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JR East is working to reduce travel times by increasing the speed of the Tohoku Shinkansen to attract tourists and revitalize the region. The company is currently conducting tests using its test vehicle, the ALFA-X. They aim to realize a commercial operation with a maximum