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地権者多く遅れた「新大阪駅」周辺の開発、リニア開業見据え動き出す…東側には１６００人収容のライブハウス New Shin-Osaka Redevelopment Momentum Builds Ahead of Maglev Era — 1,600-Capacity Venue Set for 2028. Redevelopment around Shin-Osaka Station is accelerating after years of slower progress compared with other Shinkansen hubs, largely due to the co...

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No One Knows When It’ll Open: Japan’s Maglev Hits a Tunneling Wall Summary of もう誰にもリニア開業時期はわからない…着工11年､都市部で掘ったのは8キロ｢夢の超特急｣本当に完成するのか Railway journalist Jun Umehara’s core claim is that no one—including JR Central—can responsibly state an opening date for the Linear Chuo Shinkansen right now, because...

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リニアの工事拠点整備へ許可　静岡県、JR東海と協定 Shizuoka Clears Maglev Yard Development Under Environmental Conservation Accord On Feb. 13, 2026, Shizuoka Prefecture and JR Tokai signed an agreement under the prefecture’s Nature Environment Conservation Ordinance to authorize development of a construction “yard” (work b...

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リニア建設工事静岡県とJR東海水資源の補償で文書締結へ Shizuoka–JR Tokai Water Pact Marks a Breakthrough Toward Starting Maglev Construction Shizuoka Prefecture and JR Tokai will sign a written agreement on January 24 covering compensation if maglev construction impacts water resources, specifically tied to the Oi River sy...

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Deendayal Port Authority Adopts LIM Cargo Transportation System, Maglev in Development The Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) in Kandla has successfully tested an advanced cargo transport system using Linear Induction Motor (LIM) technology developed by TuTr Hyperloop, an IIT Madras–incubated startup. ...

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「開業時期の明示を」　リニア関係15市町村　JR東海に要望　／長野 “Request for Clear Opening Date” 15 Municipalities Along Linear Shinkansen Route Submit Request to JR Central / Nagano Fifteen municipalities along the planned Chuo Shinkansen (maglev) route in southern Nagano Prefecture submitted requests to JR Tokai calling for e...

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Kofu City Unveils Green-Focused Urban Development Vision for Maglev Station Area Kofu City has released a new urban development concept for the area south of the planned Chuo Shinkansen maglev station, emphasizing greenery and environmentally friendly development. The announcement was made early on...

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リニア工事で水位低下の岐阜・瑞浪に井戸設置　JR東海 JR Central Installs New Well in Gifu After Maglev Tunnel Construction Lowers Groundwater Levels JR Central has installed a new well in the Okute district of Mizunami City, Gifu Prefecture, after groundwater levels dropped due to tunnel construction for the Linear Chuo Shi...

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Japanese Prime Minister Requests Efforts from JR Tokai for Full Opening of the Linear Shinkansen In his New Year's press conference on January 5, 2026, Prime Minister Sanae Takai emphasized the importance of expediting the full opening of the Linear Chūō Shinkansen. He urged JR Tokai to make every ...

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JR Tokai President Shunsuke Niwa said he wants to begin work on the Shizuoka section of the Southern Alps Tunnel for the Chuo Shinkansen (maglev) “as soon as even a single day earlier,” emphasizing that the company will prioritize two-way communication with local stakeholders as it moves toward ear...

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JR Tokai President Shunsuke Niwa said he wants to begin work on the Shizuoka section of the Southern Alps Tunnel for the Chuo Shinkansen (maglev) “as soon as even a single day earlier,” emphasizing that the company will prioritize two-way communication with local stakeholders as it moves toward earl...

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JR Tokai has linked ground subsidence in Gifu Prefecture's Mizunami City to its Linear Central Shinkansen tunnel construction, citing a high likelihood from water level drops. The issue emerged after flooding during excavation in February last year, leading to well water declines and soil compressio...

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JR Tokai President Shunsuke Niwa expressed strong interest in expanding the company's maglev technology beyond the US amid challenges with a Northeast Corridor project. He plans steady progress on domestic Linear Central Shinkansen construction in 2026 while introducing new passenger amenities on th...

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JR Central to Begin Major Tunnel Excavation for Nagoya’s Linear Chuo Shinkansen in January 2026 . Screenshot 2025-12-24 144737.jpg . Source: https://www.chunichi.co.jp/article_photo/list?article_id=1183845&pid=6672310 Accessed 2025-12-24 JR Central announced on December 23 that it will soon beg...

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"Exchange Facility to Be Built at the Linear Nagano Prefecture Station Plaza, Iida City Announces Construction Plans, Including Multipurpose Hall and Gallery" Iida City in Nagano Prefecture has announced plans for an "Exchange Facility" (tentative name) to be constructed at the ...

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"Exchange Facility to Be Built at the Linear Nagano Prefecture Station Plaza, Iida City Announces Construction Plans, Including Multipurpose Hall and Gallery" Iida City in Nagano Prefecture has announced plans for an "Exchange Facility" (tentative name) to be constructed at the ...

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Linear Chuo Shinkansen Bridge Construction Delayed in Yamanashi JR Central has announced a two-year extension for the construction of the Kamamesu River Bridge on the Linear Chuo Shinkansen project in Yamanashi Prefecture. The new completion date is now set for August 2028, due to an unexpected obs...

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Obayashi Faces Probe for Alleged False Report in Linear Shinkansen Tunnel Accident Japanese labor authorities have referred construction giant 大林組 (Obayashi Corp.), another contractor, and four senior staff members to prosecutors for allegedly falsifying information about a serious tunnel accident ...

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リニア中央新幹線岐阜県駅工事現場公開イベント JR Central Announces "Sawayaka Walking Event" Featuring the Chuo Shinkansen's Gifu Station Construction Site On December 7, 2025, JR Central will host the Sawayaka Walking Event, offering participants a chance to explore the construction site of the Chuo Shinkanse...

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Hebei to conduct forward-looking research on maglev trains between Beijing and Xiong’an in next 5 years Info based on Source: https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202511/1348965.shtml (Official Chinese Media News) Accessed 25.11.2025 Hebei Province in northern China is preparing to undertake significant...

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Linear Shinkansen Water Resource Conservation Efforts: JR Central Holds Direct Briefings for Residents of the Oi River Basin On November 21, 2025, JR Central began a series of briefings on water resource conservation efforts related to the construction of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen. The first meeti...

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Chubu Region: A New Start in the Era of the Linear Shinkansen, Aiming for a ¥280 Trillion Economic Zone The Chubu region, located in the heart of Japan, is poised to increase its prominence. Urban areas around Nagoya are advancing urban development in anticipation of the upcoming Linear Chuo Shinka...

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More fake news about what they are going to do. Since maglev technology is already used on U.S. submarines and warships to launch missiles, it’s not too far-fetched to aim for launching rockets into orbit with maglev sleds. In particular, the energy required for rocket launch could be significantly...

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https://txbiz.tv-tokyo.co.jp/original2/vod/post_330112 The website is promoting a film that centers around Japan’s Linear Chūō Maglev project and its revolutionary high-speed train technology. The film explores the development, engineering, and testing of the Maglev, which uses superconducting magne...

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A drone footage film of the Kanagawa Maglev Station under construction shows the massive scale of the station project and its location within the urban area. . Screenshot 2025-11-17 122344.jpg . Source: https://www.kanaloco.jp/special/kikaku/sorasanpo/article-1222233.html Accessed 2025-11-17 The fil...

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Linear Chuo Shinkansen: JR Central Unveils the New Energy-Efficient “M10” Test Train Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central / JR Tokai) has introduced its newest maglev test vehicle, the M10, marking the latest step toward the commercialization of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen — Japan’s next-genera...

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JR Central Unveils New Linear Maglev Test Train with Fixed Seats "and More Legroom"? JR Central showcased its new Linear Chuo Shinkansen test train “ M10 ” at a media preview, revealing interior updates designed for greater comfort during short, high-speed journeys. The new intermediate c...

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JR Central’s (JR東海) stock has declined for three consecutive days following the announcement that the Linear Chuo Shinkansen maglev line’s construction costs will increase by about ¥4 trillion to a total of ¥11 trillion. The market reacted negatively, leading to a significant drop in share price—dow...

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. The total construction cost for the Chuo Shinkansen maglev line between Tokyo (Shinagawa) and Nagoya — a distance of about 286 km (178 miles) — is now expected to reach 11 trillion yen, an increase of 4 trillion yen from the previous plan . The new estimate equals roughly $73 billion USD, €67 bill...

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Screenshot 2025-10-29 104530.png . Japan’s Maglev Train Project Costs Surge to $73 Billion Japan’s Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central) has raised the projected cost of its Tokyo–Nagoya maglev line by 4 trillion yen, bringing the total estimate to 11 trillion yen — roughly $73 billion USD, €6...

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Ground Uplift Detected Above Linear Shinkansen Tunnel Site in Tokyo — JR Central Launches Investigation Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central) announced that it is investigating a ground uplift that occurred in Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo, above the tunnel construction zone for the Linear Chuo Shinka...

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山梨・南アルプスのリニア差し止め住民請求　二審も敗訴　東京高裁「違法と認められない」 Tokyo High Court Rejects Appeal in Linear Chuo Shinkansen Construction Case On October 22, 2025, the Tokyo High Court upheld a lower court ruling, rejecting an appeal by residents in Minami-Alps, Yamanashi Prefecture, who sought to halt construction on the...

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JR Central has outlined a long-term vision looking 30 years into the future, addressing key challenges such as Japan’s declining population and the rapid evolution of technologies like AI, ICT, and XR. The strategy emphasizes innovation in transportation, digital transformation, workforce developmen...

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Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, known for his love of regional railways, is about to step down amid political change. Before taking office, he had expressed doubts about the Linear Chuo Shinkansen project, particularly regarding the use of public investment funds, although he was not outright opposed...

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JR Central to Host First Public Rides on Upgraded L0 Series Maglev "M10" in November JR Central will hold a special ride event on November 6–7, 2025, at the Yamanashi Maglev Test Center, offering the public their first chance to experience the newly upgraded L0 Series test train, "M1...

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リニア工事に関する勉強会　道路陥没事故の被害者招き、12日鶴川市民センターで〈町田市〉 Public Study Session on Linear Chuo Shinkansen Construction: Addressing Safety Concerns and Road Subsidence Accidents Date: Sunday, October 12, 2025 Time: 1:30 PM Location: Tsurukawa Community Center, Okura Town, Machida City Fee: ¥500 for materials Lan...

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Abu Dhabi: Global Rail 2025 drew the world’s transport leaders back to Abu Dhabi today for a powerful second day of announcements, high-level panels, and breakthrough innovations shaping the future of global mobility Under the patronage of His Higness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Vice Pr...

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At a national monitoring meeting on environmental measures related to the Linear Chuo Shinkansen construction, JR Central announced that surveys of rare species in the upper reaches of the Ōi River have been completed in nine out of eleven tributaries. The studies, which include fish collection and ...

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Russia Accelerates Maglev Research and Assessment for Future Passenger and Freight Mobility? September 16, 2025 — Moscow Russia has intensified its commitment to cutting-edge transportation solutions by prioritizing foundational research and evaluation of magnetic levitation (Maglev) technologies f...

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JR Tokai Announces Public Trial Ride Event for New Superconducting Linear Test Vehicle . 250925_tok_01-600x400[1].jpg Photo: https://trafficnews.jp/post/590095 Accessed 2025-09-29 JR Tokai will be hosting the second "Superconducting Linear Experience Ride" event of 2025 in November. This ...

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First Fare Increase Since Opening for Japan’s First Linear Motor Railway, Linimo: 13.9% Fare Hike Planned for Autumn 2026 Aichi High-Speed Transportation, operator of the Tobu Kyuryo Line (Linimo), has applied for approval from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism to raise pa...

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Development of Plaza in Front of Iida's Linear Station to Begin with Working Group in October On September 22, the city of Iida announced during a special city council committee meeting on Linear development that it will launch a working group (WG) in October to discuss the direction of the project...

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リニア品川－名古屋間の全駅着工へ、山梨県駅の工事契約締結　静岡工区以外の整備着々と Construction of All Stations Between the Linear Shinagawa-Nagoya Route to Begin, Construction Contract for Yamanashi Prefecture Station Signed, Steady Progress in Areas Outside Shizuoka JR Central announced on the 17th that it has signed a construction cont...

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名古屋駅西地区に地下駐輪場など整備を　リニア開業遅れでまちづくり停滞懸念、名工大院生や地元住民ら市長に要望 Request Submitted to Nagoya Mayor for Urban Development on the West Side of Nagoya Station Amid Maglev Delay Concerns Overview On September 8, representatives from the Makino District Administrative Cooperation Committee (located in Nakamura War...

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リニア開通を見据え「南信州まちづくりフォーラム」設立 New Community Development Forum Launched in Anticipation of Maglev Train Opening On August 28, a new organization called the Minami-Shinshu Machizukuri Forum was officially launched in Iida City, Japan. The forum was created to promote regional revitalization and foster c...

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Shizuoka and Oi River Cities Align on Open-Ended Compensation Framework for Linear Shinkansen Water Impacts Key outcomes: Shared framework agreed: Under national government guidance, JR Central will take the lead on responses if construction affects water resources. Monitoring with national involve...

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リニア新車両「M10」走行開始無塗装、簡素化で空気抵抗を削減 JR Central Unveils New “M10” Maglev Test Train – Sleek, Unpainted Design Cuts Costs and Drag Info based on Kyodo News, Japan https://www.msn.com/ja-jp/money/other/%E3%83%AA%E3%83%8B%E3%82%A2%E6%96%B0%E8%BB%8A%E4%B8%A1-m10-%E8%B5%B0%E8%A1%8C%E9%96%8B%E5%A7%8B-%E7%84%A...

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Make Your Voice Heard for Northeast Maglev The U.S. Department of Transportation is asking for public input, and this is our moment to speak up for the future of American transportation. The Northeast Maglev would bring the world’s fastest, safest, and most sustainable train technology, known as SC...

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Giant Structure Emerges Along Maglev Route in Yamanashi — Longest Bridge on Chuo Shinkansen Under Construction Construction of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen is accelerating in Yamanashi Prefecture. While most of the 83.4 km (51.8-mile) route in the prefecture will run through tunnels, a major above-gr...

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The bridge in question measures approximately 19 meters in height and 225 meters in length. Construction began in September 2021. This marks the first public unveiling of the upper portion of a river-spanning bridge on the entire Shinagawa–Nagoya section of the maglev line. Families with children on...

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JR Central Publicly Reveals River Bridge Construction for the Linear Chuo Shinkansen for the First Time – Including the Longest Structure, the Kamanashigawa Bridge . https___imgix-proxy.n8s.jp_DSXZQO6775400005082025000000-1[1].jpg 釜無川に建設中のリニア中央新幹線の橋梁（5日、山梨県中央市）Linear Central Shinkansen (Maglev) bri...

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Water Resource Impact Dialogue: JR Reports to 10 Mayors in the Oi River Basin / Shizuoka On the 27th, JR Central held a discussion with the mayors of the Oi River basin regarding the Linear Chuo Shinkansen Shizuoka section. JR reported the completion of the dialogue on water resource impacts at the...

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リニア中央新幹線、JR東海が早期着工に理解求める　大井川流域首長との意見交換で JR Central Pushes for Early Maglev Construction JR Central met with leaders of 10 municipalities along the Ōi River in Shizuoka, urging support for an early start on the Linear Chuo Shinkansen. The company pledged to hold additional water resource briefings a...

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JR Central Seeks Understanding for Early Construction Start on Maglev Project in Shizuoka . Screenshot 2025-07-27 at 12-29-26 JR東海、早期着工に理解求めるリニアで大[...].png . Photo: Screenshot Yahoo Japan: https://news.yahoo.co.jp/articles/92786e49104a2d275c465fc1cc6e9fa64909f811 Accessed 2025-07-27 On July 27, JR...

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JR Central Unveils New M10 Maglev Train, Begins High-Speed Test Runs . Screenshot 2025-07-26 152739.jpg . Source: Info based on: https://www.msn.com/ja-jp/money/other/%E3%83%AA%E3%83%8B%E3%82%A2%E6%96%B0%E8%BB%8A%E4%B8%A1-m10-%E8%B5%B0%E8%A1%8C%E8%A9%A6%E9%A8%93%E9%96%8B%E5%A7%8B-%E3%83%87%E3%82%B6...

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Keio Railway to Relocate Hashimoto Station Closer to Upcoming Maglev Station in Sagamihara . Screenshot 2025-07-23 111759.jpg Photo: Screenshot from https://www.47news.jp/12901468.html Accessed 2025-07-23 . Keio Railway Corporation plans to relocate its Hashimoto Station—currently the terminus of t...

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JR Central announced the suspension of groundwater control measures during tunnel construction for the Linear Chuo Shinkansen in Mizunami City, Gifu Prefecture, citing risks of future tunnel damage. The issue arose after groundwater levels dropped significantly and land subsidence occurred around th...

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China’s 373 mph Maglev Could Outdate HS2 Before Launch China is accelerating plans for a 600 km/h (373 mph) magnetic levitation (maglev) train that could eclipse Britain’s HS2 before its debut. State-owned CRRC recently showcased a prototype in Beijing, signaling confidence in this technology, whic...

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Advance “pilot tunnel” for the Linear Chuo Shinkansen has reached within 300 m of the Shizuoka border, JR Tokai announces JR Tokai announced on July 17 that the pilot tunnel being drilled from the Yamanashi side toward Shizuoka for the Linear Chuo Shinkansen project has now reached a point less tha...

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静岡県がリニア担当の幹部職員に国土交通省官僚を初起用 Shizuoka Prefecture Appoints Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) Bureaucrat to Oversee Maglev Project for the First Time Shizuoka Prefecture has announced a new personnel appointment involving the Linear Chuo Shinkansen (Maglev) project, which i...

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JR Central and Tohoku University Launch Joint Study to Boost Aerodynamics of Superconducting Maglev Using Fugaku On June 26, JR Central and Tohoku University announced a collaborative research initiative that uses the Fugaku supercomputer to enhance the aerodynamic performance of superconducting ma...

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Construction of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen's Second Kiso River Bridge Extended Until December 2031 – New Build in Nakatsugawa City, Gifu Prefecture On June 30, JR Central (JR Tokai) announced that the construction period for the Second Kiso River Bridge—part of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen project be...

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📄 Summary of Contents of the Press release 1. Research Collaboration Tohoku University’s Graduate School of Engineering, led by Prof. Soji Kawai, and JR Central (JR東海) have initiated joint research utilizing Fugaku, Japan's flagship supercomputer, to enhance aerodynamic performance of superconducti...

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JR Tokai to Respond by Late July to Linear-related Construction Work in Oshika Village on Soil in Need of Treatment. JR Central (JR Tokai) is currently dealing with the issue of "designated countermeasure soil"—excavated earth containing elevated levels of substances like arsenic—produced...

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650 km/h in 7 Seconds: China Sets New Maglev Benchmark . f1e06d7034e749129a9e69a349a80895[1].jpeg The 1,000-meter high-speed maglev test track. /China Media Group Photo: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-18/China-breaks-record-with-maglev-train-hitting-650-km-h-in-7-seconds-1EiKPFJGJH2/p.html Acce...

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JR Central Resumes Maglev Test Runs on Yamanashi Test Track After 1-Month Suspension Due to Fire Incident JR Central resumed test runs on its maglev test track in Yamanashi Prefecture on June 17, after suspending operations for about a month due to a fire incident involving a test vehicle last mont...

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Incheon Mayor Pushes for Restart of Ecobee Maglev, Still Idle as of Mid-2025 Kim Jeong-heon, mayor of Jung-gu District in Incheon, continues to press for the swift resumption of the Ecobee Maglev (Incheon Airport Maglev), which remains out of service as of June 2025. Although multiple restart dates...

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JR Central to Conduct Ecosystem Survey This Fall in Shizuoka Maglev Section — Reported at MLIT Meeting A meeting overseen by Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) was held on June 6 to review environmental measures for the Shizuoka section of the Chuo Shinkansen mag...

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JR Central Cancels Plan to Block Spring Water at Gifu Maglev Tunnel Site, Citing Safety Risks On the night of June 3, JR Central held a residents’ briefing to address ongoing problems at its Chuo Shinkansen maglev tunnel construction site in Ōkute, Mizunami City, Gifu Prefecture, where spring water ...

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The article from Shinano Mainichi Shimbun, titled "リニア工事現場でトンネル貫通　長野・豊丘村、報道陣に公開" ("Tunnel Breakthrough at Linear Construction Site in Toyooka Village, Nagano, Opened to the Press"), reports on the recent breakthrough of the Ina Mountain Tunnel's two construction sections in Nagan...

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Governor Suzuki Highlights Progress on Maglev Issue in First-Year Review As he marks one year in office, Shizuoka Governor Yasutomo Suzuki reflected on his administration's performance on May 29, calling overall prefectural governance “generally smooth.” He singled out the Chuo Shinkansen maglev pr...

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The group also requested that construction of the Shizuoka section, which has not yet begun, be started as soon as possible while seeking the understanding of the local governments concerned. 　In the event of any problems with residents' lives, such as a drop in groundwater levels near construction ...

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Local Governments Approve “Dam Plan” to Offset Water Loss from Maglev Tunnel Work in Yamanashi A council of municipalities along the Ōi River has approved JR Central’s plan to reduce water intake at the upstream Tashiro Dam if tunnel work near the Yamanashi–Shizuoka border causes water outflow into...

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JR東海: リニア新幹線工事費の膨張懸念 JR Central’s Stock Struggles Despite Boosted Shareholder Returns — Concerns Grow Over Soaring Maglev Construction Costs JR Central’s stock has been underperforming, unable to gain momentum. Despite announcing a large-scale share buyback at the end of April, its stock price cont...

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No Maglev Test Runs Scheduled from May 24–31 Following Onboard Fire — Yamanashi Test Track . img_bddf4c43ce753721f8f2a78fe9945da4184286[1].jpg - Photo from https://newsdig.tbs.co.jp/articles/uty/1933165?display=1 Accessed 2025-05-03 JR Central has announced that no test runs will be conducted on th...

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May 24, 2025 – Iida City: Symposium to Reevaluate the Maglev Project from Scientific and Regional Perspectives On May 24, the Japan Scientists’ Association (Nagano Branch) and a local residents' group, “Association to Protect Nature and Living Environments Along the Maglev Route,” will co-host a sy...

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Ongoing Groundwater Crisis at Linear Shinkansen Tunnel in Gifu: No Solution After One Year It’s been a year since groundwater began leaking at the Linear Chuo Shinkansen tunnel site in Mizunami City, Gifu Prefecture, causing water levels in nearby wells to drop. Despite ongoing groundwater outflow ...

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Milestone for Maglev: First Major Tunnel Breakthrough Achieved on Chuo Shinkansen Line . 20250513at81S_o[1].jpg . ＪＲ東海が工事を進めるリニア中央新幹線伊那山地トンネルの戸中・壬生沢工区で、隣接する坂島工区への貫通部分を指さす関係者＝１３日午後、長野県豊丘村 A JR Central official points to the breakthrough section connecting the Tonaka-Mibusawa work zone with the adjac...

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While the world watches Japan’s superconducting maglev (the Chūō Shinkansen) with anticipation—and frustration over repeated delays—few remember that Japan already achieved a world first in the 1980s: the commercial operation of a magnetic levitation train in Yokohama. Long before the planned Chūō S...

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Nagoya Station Redevelopment Driven by Maglev Opening With the upcoming launch of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen (Maglev bullet train) by JR Central, Nagoya Station is undergoing a large-scale redevelopment to transform it into a modern “super terminal.” The goal is to improve connectivity, passenger c...

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Delays in Japan's Shinkansen Expansion Due to Technical Challenges and Local Disputes . ENRYQ4HI7RPDNH5GWIBJYB7U24.jpg . Photo: https://www.sankei.com/article/20250505-H3FLQXHOIBOQ3NCGDPHU6HMV7M/ Accessed 2025-05-05 Japan's nationwide expansion of its Shinkansen (bullet train) network is facing wid...

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Redevelopment at Keio-Tamagawa Station A major urban redevelopment project is now underway at Keio-Tamagawa Station in Chofu City, Tokyo, as part of Keio Corporation’s broader vision for community-focused development along the Keio Sagamihara Line. This 22.6-kilometer line, which connects Chofu and ...

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岐阜の水枯れから１年「回復の目処立たず」〜ストップ・リニア！訴訟控訴審 Residents Challenge Maglev Project Over Ongoing Water Shortages in Gifu On April 24, the fifth hearing of the appeal trial concerning the construction of the Chūō Shinkansen (Maglev) took place at the Tokyo High Court. Residents living near the planned constructi...

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The tunnel construction for the Linear Chuo Shinkansen in Nagoya will begin in earnest in the winter of 2025. The project involves building a 7.6 km tunnel, known as the Meijo section, from just before Nagoya Station to Kasugai City. According to JR Tokai, preliminary excavation and surveys were con...

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東京・町田のリニア調査掘進終わる　昨年10月に気泡出た小野路工区　JR東海「その後は異常なかった」 JR Central Completes Exploratory Tunneling in Onoji Section Amid Safety Concerns On April 18, Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central) announced the completion of exploratory tunneling in the Onoji section of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen project, lo...

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Racing Ahead or Risking Disaster? Osaka Grapples with Maglev Megaproject Concerns Concerns about the Maglev (Linear Chuo Shinkansen) project, particularly the section from Nagoya to Osaka, are growing among local citizens' groups in Osaka. Although construction has not yet started on this stretch, ...

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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore rides a bullet train into Asia trade mission Maryland Governor Wes Moore commenced his inaugural international trade mission with a visit to Japan, where he experienced a test ride on the world's fastest train—the superconducting magnetic levitation (SCMaglev) train. This ad...

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Mayor Ken Sato of Iida: “JR Should Be Involved in City Planning” Interview with Mayor Ken Sato of Iida, translated from Japanese https://www.yomiuri.co.jp/local/nagano/feature/CO081640/20250331-OYTAT50045/ Accessed 2025.04.01 (Please note: no guarantee for accuracy). This translated article is part...

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On March 23rd, the city of Nagakute in Aichi Prefecture held a special event celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Linimo, Japan’s first magnetic levitation (maglev) linear motor train, which originally opened in March 2005 to coincide with the Aichi Expo. The anniversary event drew large crowds f...

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R東海、30年後の未来に向けた長期指針「ありたい姿」策定人口減少とAI進展を見据える JR Tokai’s Vision 2053: Revolutionizing Transportation Amid Population Decline and AI Advancements - AA1Btn1b.jpg - Photo: https://www.msn.com/ja-jp/money/news/jr%E6%9D%B1%E6%B5%B7-30%E5%B9%B4%E5%BE%8C%E3%81%AE%E6%9C%AA%E6%9D%A5%E3%81%AB%E5%90%91%E3%81%91...

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上海から杭州までわずか15分に？次世代スーパー高速鉄道が切り拓く新時代―中国 The following is a summary of an Essay on Chinese Railway developments. Info based on: https://www.recordchina.co.jp/b950125-s47-c20-d0189.html Accessed 2025-03-17 In the future, the journey between Shanghai and Hangzhou, currently a 45-minute train ride, migh...

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. 「イノシシもおらん」リニア工事で枯れた水、歩いて見えた地方の怒り "Even the Boars Are Gone": The Drying Waters and Local Anger Over the Linear Shinkansen Construction The following text is a summary and translation of a personal, individual report by an Asahi Shimbun transportation reporter who spoke to people affected ...

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JR Central held its first public explanatory meeting with residents of the Oi River basin in Shimada City, Shizuoka Prefecture, concerning the construction of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen. The closed-door session on March 7 aimed to address residents' concerns about the impact of construction on water...

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JR Tokai’s Efforts to Address Concerns Over Linear Project in Shizuoka Prefecture The Linear Chuo Shinkansen, a groundbreaking high-speed rail project, is set to revolutionize transportation across Japan, promising faster travel times between Tokyo and Nagoya. However, despite its enormous potentia...

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Linear Shinkansen Tunnel Construction in Hayakawa Town Faces Up to 5.5-Year Delay On March 3, JR Tokai announced that the construction of tunnels for the Linear Chuo Shinkansen in Hayakawa Town will face significant delays, with the overall project completion expected to be postponed by up to 5.5 y...

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The Future of Iida City in Anticipation of the Linear Shinkansen Launch: Graduate Students Present Proposals, Symposium Scheduled Next Month [Nagano - Iida City] . Screenshot 2025-02-25 at 13-23-24 リニア開業を見据えた飯田市の未来大学院生が提案来月にはシンポジウムも【長野・飯田市】｜長野朝日放送.png . Photo: https://nordot.app/126700545654970...

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New Linear Test Vehicle Features Gold Line on Unpainted Body Linear Shinkansen JR Central unveiled the design of its new test vehicle for the Linear Chuo Shinkansen, scheduled for introduction in the summer of 2025. The new model, named “M10,” will be an intermediate car positioned between the lead...

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