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Should Tourists Be Fined for Stealing Reserved Shinkansen Seats?

Should tourists be hit with fines for taking reserved seats that aren't theirs on a Shinkansen train in Japan? That's what some…

The Tokaido Shinkansen Celebrates 60 Years of Awesome

Happy birthday! This month, the Tokaido Shinkansen celebrated its 60th anniversary. Learn more about the bullet train's history and how it revolutionized…

New Superfast Shinkansen Line in Japan Delayed, Possibly Until 2034

It promises to be a true bullet train, traversing seven prefectures in 40 minutes. But will the new Shinkansen ever see the…

No Pokémon Cards on the Shinkansen?! A Game Sparks Debate

There are basic rules you should follow when riding Japan's shinkansen bullet trains. But is abstaining from Pokémon card games one of…