Japan’s Shinkansen: How Does It Stack Up Worldwide?

The Shinkansen underwent repeated test runs in Kanagawa Prefecture in 1962 on its way to starting normal operation. (© Jiji)

A TGV stopped at Gare de Lille-Flandres in northern France. Taken on August 8, 2024. (© Antoine Boureau/Hans Lucas via Reuters Connect)

An N700S Shinkansen stopped at JR Shin-Osaka Station, with an N700A in the background. Taken June 13, 2020. (© Jiji)