Safety systems | SCMAGLEV | Central Japan Railway Company

ABOUT SCMAGLEV

This section provides information about this cutting-edge technology unique to Japan.
VOICE

Hear the voice of SCMaglev passengers and learn what they think of SCMaglev.
- VOICE
YAMANASHI MAGLEV LINE*
*This line will become part of the Chuo Shinkansen.

This section features 3D presentation of the entire 26.6 miles stretch of the Yamanashi Maglev Line and its highlights, while also describing the Yamanashi Maglev Line from various angles such as the history of its technological development, evolution of vehicle and track record of past operations.
- Route
- About
CONSTRUCTION STATUS
of the Chuo Shinkansen project

This section provides details about the Chuo Shinkansen project, such as the status of construction progress, construction method, station locations and route, as well as other related information including construction-related initiatives for reducing environmental impact and collaboration with communities along the Maglev route.
FAQ

This section provides answers to most frequently-asked questions we have received about Chuo Shinkansen.
- FAQ
THE FUTURE BY SCMAGLEV

SCMaglev will be for real. This section provides the impact SCMaglev will bring to the world and to our life.
- THE FUTURE BY SCMAGLEV

The Superconducting Maglev travels at a maximum speed of 311mph.
To ensure safe operation, it inherits safety principles and technology from the Tokaido Shinkansen including a highly precise and reliable "automatic train operation system" that regulates train speed from a ground control room.

Watch how the Superconducting Maglev and Tokaido Shinkansen operate.