While places like the United States and Canada lag behind in high speed rail, other countries race ahead–literally.
Japan has announced its third-generation E10 Shinkansen bullet train, which should enter service in 2030, and reach speeds of up to 400 kph (248 mph).
The extremely streamlined and slippery design allow the trains to cut through the wind, and whisk passengers between the Tokyo and Tohoku regions. London-based design firm Tangerine has outfitted the trains with a sophisticated green livery, and modern, handsome seating.
We had the opportunity to ride a Shinkansen train a few years back, and were amazed at how smooth, quiet, and civilized the experience was, despite racing through the countryside at over 200 miles per hour.
Images courtesy of East Japan Railway Company (JR East) and Tangerine.
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