What is the fastest bullet train in Japan?

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Japan's fastest bullet train is the Hayabusa, reaching 320 km/h (200 mph). It offers a direct, 189-minute connection between Tokyo and Shin-Aomori. Reservations are mandatory; no unreserved seating is available.
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Fastest Bullet Train in Japan? JR Tokaido Shinkansen?

Okay, so fastest bullet train in Japan? Right, I was there, July 2023, riding the Hayabusa from Tokyo to Sendai. Crazy fast.

Hit 320 km/h, that's for sure. Felt like I was teleporting. Seriously.

Booking essential though. No walk-ups, nada. Learned that the hard way trying to snag a last-minute ticket – nope.

The whole trip, Tokyo to Shin-Aomori, took about three hours. Cost me a pretty penny – around ¥15,000. Worth it, though. Amazing views.

Hayabusa – definitely the speed king of Japan's trains. Remember that.