English–Japanese

“bullet train” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajishinkansen

Example

明日新幹線に乗ります。ashita shin kan sen ni no ri ma su

I will take the bullet train tomorrow.

Illustration for 新幹線 (bullet train)

How to say “bullet train” in Japanese

“Bullet train” in Japanese is 新幹線 (shinkansen).

Refers to a dedicated high-speed rail service that carries travelers between major cities.

Full entry for 新幹線: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 新幹線

駅で新幹線の切符を買いました。eki de shin kan sen no kippu o ka i ma shi ta

I bought a bullet train ticket at the station.

Tips for using 新幹線

  • At large Japanese stations, signs and announcements often distinguish 新幹線 (shinkansen) from local trains, marking the long-distance service.

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