
Japan Is Working On A 300 MPH Floating Train
• http://www.businessinsider.com, Alex DaviesThe Central Japan Railway Co. (JR Tokai) yesterday unveiled a prototype it believes will bring faster train service than ever before to Japan.
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The Central Japan Railway Co. (JR Tokai) yesterday unveiled a prototype it believes will bring faster train service than ever before to Japan.
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