What Is the Tokyo Bullet Train?
The Tokyo bullet train is a high-speed train that connects Tokyo with most of the major cities on Honshu, Japan’s largest island, with a more recent connection to Fukuoka on the nearby island of Kyushu. Known as Shinkansen in Japan, these trains reach speeds of 186 mph (300 kmh). The Tokyo bullet train is operated by Japan Railways on a network of 1,528 miles (2,459 km) of tracks. In addition to its high speeds, Shinkansen is also known for safety and punctuality.