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Japan's Maglev Aims for 603.5 km/h by 2035

1/29/2026

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Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central) expects its L0 Series maglev to reach 603.5 km/h by 2034 or 2035, cutting Tokyo–Nagoya travel to 40 minutes.
Europe faces challenges adopting this technology due to high costs, infrastructure needs, and focus on comfort and scenic routes.
European trains such as the French TGV reach about 354 km/h.
The L0 Series project cost about €60 billion and requires extensive infrastructure, including earthquake-proof tracks.

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Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central) expects its L0 Series maglev to reach 603.5 km/h by 2034 or 2035, cutting Tokyo–Nagoya travel to 40 minutes.
Europe faces challenges adopting this technology due to high costs, infrastructure needs, and focus on comfort and scenic routes.
European trains such as the French TGV reach about 354 km/h.
The L0 Series project cost about €60 billion and requires extensive infrastructure, including earthquake-proof tracks.