Railway in Japan

Basic information regarding railway in Japan can be checked here.

Shinkansen

High speed train, often called as *Bullet train". First line opened in 1964 and currently there are 9 lines.

Cruising speed up to 300 km/h.

Joyful trains are excursion trains operated by JR group. Joyful trains are not only for special events but also listed on regular timetables.

Dual-mode vehicle, DMV is a vehicle that can operate on conventional road surfaces as well as railway tracks.