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Tohoku Shinkansen Line Suspended Due to Strong Winds

March 26, 2025March 26, 2025 - by Maya Vasquez - Leave a Comment

The Tohoku Shinkansen line between Tokyo and Morioka stations has been suspended due to strong winds recorded beyond safe operational limits. JR East has not specified when services will resume, …

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Resumption of Coupled Shinkansen Service: Safety Enhancements Implemented

March 14, 2025March 14, 2025 - by Omar Ashraf - Leave a Comment

Coupled service for Tohoku Shinkansen trains resumed on March 14, 2025, after a decoupling incident. JR East implemented metal fittings for enhanced safety during operations. Full service is expected to …