'World's fastest bullet train' starts test runs in Japan

Next-generation shinkansen to clock in at 360 kph

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The state-of-the-art Alfa-X shinkansen features a lengthy 22-meter nose. (Photo by Konosuke Urata)

RIHO NAGAO, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- The newest shinkansen bullet train from Japanese rail operator JR East begins test operation Friday, with its top speed expected to exceed the fastest now in service by at least 40 kph.

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