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The Kyushu Shinkansen (九州新幹線 Kyūshū Shinkansen) is the high speed bullet train line from Hakata down to Kagoshima-Chuo. Learn about the Kyushu Shinkansen line, trains, schedule, map, future and more.

There are few absolutes in life, but if you love trains, there is no better place in the world for you to visit than Japan. From iconic steam trains to hyper modern bullet trains, Japan has them!

The Hokkaido Shinkansen is the newest Shinkansen line in Japan, starting at Shin-Aomori where it connects to the Tohoku Shinkansen from where runs up to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto station.

From the 320 km/h Shinkansen to the record-breaking 603 km/h maglev — discover how Japan's bullet trains work, which lines to ride, and what the JR Pass covers.

The Tohoku Shinkansen (東北), gets its name from the Tohoku region and covers the entire route between Tokyo and Shin-Aomori.

The Sanyo Shinkansen is the high speed bullet train line that runs from Shin-Osaka station, to Hakata station, Kyushu (Fukuoka).

Learn about the Tokaido Shinkansen, the JR Pass validity, route details, train services and everything else you need to know.

Celebrating the 90th anniversary of Mickey Mouse, JR Kyushu will launch the Mickey Mouse train this month.

Ride the Hello Kitty Haruka from Kansai Airport to Osaka and Kyoto — discover ticket prices, how to book with or without a JR Pass, and what to expect on board.

Ride the Hello Kitty Shinkansen with your Japan Rail Pass. Find all details in the post, timetable and tips included.