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You Won’t Believe How Fast Japan’s Trains Go—Japan Express Unleashed! Japan’s trains are more than just a mode of transport—they’re a marvel of engineering, precision, and speed. If you’ve ever wondered just how fast these trains can really go, prepare to be amazed: Japan has some of the fastest rail systems in the world, redefining what “commuter fast” means. ### The Speed That Stuns: Japan’s Record-Breaking Trains When people ask, “How fast do Japan’s trains go?” the answer starts with the Shinkansen—Japan’s iconic bullet train network. Commercial services on the Tokaido Shinkansen reach speeds up to 300 km/h (186 mph), cutting travel time between Tokyo and Osaka from 2.5 hours to just over 2.5 hours. But that’s just the beginning.