7K views · 120 reactions | Japan's bullet train began service in 1964. Since then, the network has grown to around 3,000km. Within the decade, the shinkansen will get a major upgrade with a new magnetic levitation line, which can reach speeds of up to 500kmh, up from the current 285kmh. https://str.sg/w9H5 | The Straits Times | Facebook

Have you ever ridden on The Shinkansen? It's known as the "bullet train" in English because of it's sleek, aerodynamic shape and it's ability to reach incredible speeds. It's a great way to travel across Japan! Here's how to ride it. | Kazue, Your Japanese Guide