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Japan live train tracking
About Japan Railways
Japan's Shinkansen (bullet train) network is world-famous for its speed, punctuality, and safety. JR Group connects Tokyo with Osaka, Hiroshima, Fukuoka, and Sapporo at speeds up to 320 km/h. Average delay under 1 minute.
Network Facts
- Operator
- JR Group
- Track gauge
- 1435 mm (Shinkansen)
- Max speed
- 320 km/h (E5 Series)
- Network size
- 27,000+ km
- Currency
- JPY
Railway Station Map
12 stations · click any pin for details
Train Services
6 trains · all classes and types
Hayabusa 1
Special#Hayabusa 1
Hikari 501
Express#Hikari 501
Kagayaki 1
Special#Kagayaki 1
Nozomi 1
Special#Nozomi 1
Nozomi 100
Special#Nozomi 100
Sakura 551
Special#Sakura 551
Railway Stations
12 stations with departure boards
Everything for Japan rail travel
Book Japan Train Tickets
TrainsTracking shows schedules and live data. To purchase tickets, use the official JR Group website.
Japan Railways: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book Japan train tickets?
Book Japan train tickets directly at https://www.jrpass.com (JR Group), the official operator. TrainsTracking provides schedule, fare, and route data; tickets are purchased on the operator's own site to avoid markup.
Is there live train tracking for Japan?
Yes. TrainsTracking syncs with official JR Group data to show live schedule and running status for Japan trains, refreshed regularly across the 6 services we list.
What gauge does Japan railway use?
Japan's railways run on 1435 mm (Shinkansen) track, covering approximately 27,000+ km of route.
What is the fastest train in Japan?
The fastest Japan trains reach up to 320 km/h (E5 Series), operated by JR Group.
How many train stations does Japan have?
TrainsTracking lists 12 railway stations for Japan with timetable data, GPS coordinates, and station codes — see the full list below.
Which operator runs trains in Japan?
JR Group operates the national rail network in Japan. Japan's Shinkansen (bullet train) network is world-famous for its speed, punctuality, and safety. JR Group connects Tokyo with Osaka, Hiroshima, Fukuoka, and Sapporo at speeds up to 320 km/h. Average delay under 1 minute.