description Shinkansen Series E5 Overview
The Shinkansen E5 is a Japanese high-speed electric multiple unit operated by East Japan Railway Company on the Tohoku Shinkansen. Introduced in 2011, it was built for speeds up to 320 kilometers per hour in regular service and is associated with the Hayabusa express. Its long, pointed nose and green-and-pink exterior distinguish the train, which is intended for long-distance passenger travel on Japan's northeastern high-speed route.
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When did the Shinkansen Series E5 enter service?
JR East introduced the E5 Series on 5 March 2011 as the Hayabusa service. It initially operated at up to 300 km/h before commercial speed increased to 320 km/h in March 2013.
Which route does the Shinkansen E5 run on?
The E5 is primarily used on the Tohoku Shinkansen, including the Tokyo to Shin-Aomori corridor and later services toward Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto. JR East operates the series under names such as Hayabusa, Yamabiko, and Nasuno.
What is GranClass on the E5 Series?
GranClass is the premium cabin introduced with the E5's Hayabusa service in 2011. It offers wider seating and enhanced onboard service above the ordinary Green Car level.
Can the E5 Series run with another Shinkansen train?
Yes. E5 trainsets can be coupled with the smaller E6 Series, allowing a Hayabusa train to share part of its route with a Komachi service. The two trains separate at Morioka before the E6 continues toward Akita.
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