Hitachi is a limited express service between Tokyo and Miyagi Prefecture, while there is also a shorter journey named Tokiwa for service to Ibaraki Prefecture. As they operate through both AC and ... (more)
In 2015, JR East introduced the new generation train for Yamanote Line, the E235 Series. It featured many new technologies, including the train management system INTEROS. But the testing was prolo... (more)
Tokyo Metro has a century of history, formerly known as Teito Rapid Transit Authority. Following the success of the 01 Series, TRTA introduced a series of new trains in 1988. Several train types o... (more)
Hustle and Bustle
Two Tokaido Shinkansens meet near Tokyo Station. Trains are spaced as little as 3 minutes apart, allowing the Tokaido Shinkansen to carry over 85 million passengers per y... (more)
What's Up, Doc?
"Doctor Yellow" or the JR Central Class 923 is one of the most sought-after trains in Japan. Only running a few times a month, Doctor Yellow inspects the Tokaido ... (more)