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The Tohoku Shinkansen resumed operations on Thursday after a partial suspension due to delayed maintenance work, JR East confirmed. The halt affected the section between Nasushiobara and Morioka stations, with no injuries or major damage reported.
Kyushu Shinkansen bullet train services remain suspended on Wednesday, a day after a magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture in southwestern Japan. The operator said engineers are assessing damage and ensuring safe conditions as authorities activate emergency responses.
Japan's Tokaido Shinkansen resumed operations Friday after a three-hour suspension following a fatal accident at Hamamatsu Station. A person entered the tracks and was struck by a train, causing disruptions on the Tokyo-Osaka line. Police are investigating the incident.
A Disney-themed Shinkansen bullet train began operating on the Tokaido line between Tokyo and Shin-Osaka on June 16, running for a limited time until mid-March next year to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Tokyo DisneySea. The train features iconic Disney characters and aims to provide a delightful experience for passengers on Japan's busiest high-speed railway line.
The Hello Kitty-themed Shinkansen bullet train made its final journey on Sunday, ending eight years of service on Japan's railway network. The last train departed from Tokyo Station, drawing crowds of fans who came to say goodbye.
