Nippon Sharyo JNR 100-K

Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car

Top speed

275 km/h

171 mph

Length

152 m

498 ft 8 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1984–1991

Overview of the Nippon Sharyo JNR 100-K

Discover the JNR 100-K, an iconic EMU that revolutionized Japanese rail travel.

This distinguished train, part of the Shinkansen family and specifically the 100 Shinkansen series, boasts impressive engineering and a rich operational history.

Built between 1984 and 1991 by leading manufacturers like Hitachi and Kawasaki, the 100-K series was later refurbished between 2002 and 2004, ensuring its continued excellence.

Experience its capabilities with a top speed of 275 km/h, a capacity for 394 seats, and a sleek 6-car formation extending to 152 meters.

Operating on a 1435 mm gauge and powered by 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems, the JNR 100-K has served West Japan Railway Company, known as JR West.

Nippon Sharyo JNR 100-K technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	100 shinkansen
Family	Shinkansen
Built by	Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1984–1991
Refurbished	2002 - 2004
Top speed	275 km/h171 mph	171 mph
Electric systems	25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	6 cars
Capacity	394 seats
Train length	152 m498 ft 8 in	498 ft 8 in
Width	3.38 m11 ft 1 in	11 ft 1 in
Height	4 m13 ft 1 in	13 ft 1 in