The Shinkansen is a network of high-speed railway lines in Japan operated by four Japan Railways Group companies. To enable high-speed operation, Shinkansen uses advanced technologies compared with conventional rail, and it achieved not only high speed but also a high standard of safety and comfort. Its success has influenced other railways in the world and the importance and advantage of high-speed rail has consequently been revalued.
Posted on: Mon, 03 Feb 2014 11:00:01 +0000