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Japan's $64 billion train project. The Chuo Shinkansen in Japan is not only a technical masterpiece, but also the fastest train in the world! With a breathtaking record top speed of 603 km/h, the maglev train leaves all other trains behind. But progress comes at a price: 64 billion dollars are being invested in this mega project. Find out in this video how the innovative maglev technology works, what challenges have to be overcome in the development and implementation of the project and how this train will revolutionize travel in Japan. ???? Do you like the video? Subscribe to our channel for more exciting content about architecture and mega projects! #Architecture #Maglev #Record 00:00 Intro 00:47 Shinkansen History 01:35 World Record Chuo Shinkansen 01:56 Maglev Magnetic Levitation Technology 02:20 How Maglev Works 03:35 Tokyo to Osaka Route 03:51 Underground Tunnel Route 04:28 Shizuoka Region 04:50 Project Costs 05:45 New Player on the Market: China 07:25 Construction Challenges 08:32 Conclusion Sources: Jono Heller, BBC News, Central Japan Railway Official Channel, 山梨県立リニア見学センター, Scenic Relaxation, Nature picture Library, Lonestar Trip Reports, British Pathe, Olympics, IH65334, Railway Gazette International, Miquel Neutrons, Megaprojects, Quest TV, RM Transit, ABC7, Faultline, dixcreatve, CGTN, DW Planet A, 2 and 20, Free High Quality Video Production Footage Clips, Crossrail Project, TELT