Japan has committed $1.063 billion in aid to Bangladesh, with a major portion dedicated to railway upgrades and structural budget support. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
JICA will provide technical support to Manila’s LRT-1 operator, Light Rail Manila Corporation, to boost energy efficiency, cut operational costs, and lower CO₂ emissions. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
The E10 Shinkansen is Japan’s newest high-speed train project, combining innovative engineering and sakura-inspired design to redefine rail travel by 2030. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Japan will supply two E3 and E5 series trains to India free of charge by early 2026 to support testing on the Mumbai–Ahmedabad high-speed rail (HSR), the country’s first. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Shibuya Station is entering the final phase of a major redevelopment, with new towers, plazas, and pedestrian access set to fully open between 2030 and 2034. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
The Anpanman Train has returned to Kochi Prefecture in its original colorful design and will run until January 12, 2026, marking the 25th anniversary of the first themed service. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
A snake disrupted Japan’s high-speed Tokaido Shinkansen line, cutting power to overhead wires and halting train service for over 90 minutes between Tokyo and Osaka on Wednesday evening. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
In Japan, governors from 29 prefectures urged Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba to provide funding for regional rail lines as closures threaten rural communities and essential infrastructure. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Train service disruptions hit central Tokyo this weekend as JR East begins track work to expand direct airport access, impacting major routes and thousands of daily passengers. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
JR East has launched a new freight service using Shinkansen trains to meet increasing logistics demands while preparing for a long-term decline in passenger numbers. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Japan will send two high-speed Shinkansen trains, models E5 and E3, to India for testing the new Mumbai–Ahmedabad high-speed rail line. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
JR Central has announced major service upgrades for Shinkansen trains, introducing premium class zones. The initiative targets modern passengers who prioritize comfort and personal space. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
