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Yomiuri Shimbun file photo An East Japan Railway logo
The Yomiuri Shimbun
13:28 JST, August 24, 2024
East Japan Railway Co. (JR East) announced Saturday its Shinkansen train operations could be significantly delayed or canceled on Tuesday and Wednesday due to Typhoon Shanshan, which is approaching Japan.
The typhoon, also known as Typhoon No. 10, could affect some or all sections of the Joetsu and Hokuriku Shinkansen lines, as well as the Tohoku, Yamagata and Akita Shinkansen lines, JR East said. Disruptions to the Tohoku, Yamagata and Akita lines could continue through Wednesday, it added.
JR East is calling for passengers to stay updated on such information as the weather, the status of train operations and operation plans.
