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As a tourism industry, I choose London. At London famous with Black Cab which is Hackney Carriage. Black Cab typically refers to the traditional licensed taxi cabs that are commonly seen in London, United Kingdom. These iconic vehicles are known for their distinct appearance and have become a symbol of British culture. Black Cab, have a unique design that sets them apart. They are typically black in color, although some may also be in different shades such as dark green. The vehicles have a boxy shape with a spacious interior, allowing for ample passenger and luggage capacity. Black Cab can be hailed on the street, found at designated taxi ranks, or booked through various taxi-hailing apps or by calling a central dispatch. In London, they are a common sight and readily available throughout the city, providing a reliable and convenient transportation option for both locals and visitors.

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As a tourism industry, I choose Germany. Germany is famous for its efficient and reliable train transportation. But Germant also has an excellent bus transportaion system. Companies like FlixBus and MeinFernbus operate long-distance bus services, connecting cities and towns across the country. Buses provide an affordable and flexible option for travel, especially to destinations not well-served by trains. I will choose to visit Munich. Munich offers a mix of culture, history, and natural beauty. Don't miss the iconic Marienplatz, Nymphenburg Palace, and the English Garden. Visit the BMW Museum and take a day trip to the fairytale-like Neuschwanstein Castle. Germany is actively embracing sustainable and eco-friendly options such as E-Scooters. It have gained popularity in many German cities as a convenient and environmentally friendly mode of transport. Companies like Lime and Tier provide e-scooter rental services, allowing travelers to explore cities easily while reducing their carbon footprint.

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Riding the World’s Fastest Maglev Train in Japan

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1) read chapter 8.
2) as a tourism industry student, choose one country and share with us in terms of ground transportation and places for travel. especially new transportation trends

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58 Likes, TikTok video from Sarah (@sarahmtll): "Incredible experience in the #Serengeti and the #MaasaiMara with @andbeyondtravel #andbeyondtravel #kenya #tanzania #safari #lion #leopard #elephants #rhinoceros". original sound - Abigail Guzzo.

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1) Here i share a short video of abuse or training for elephants that are used as animals that are used as tourist attractions in one place. In the video we can see elephants that are given very terrible training. This practice can lead to physical and psychological stress, affecting the overall health and welfare of the animal.

2) One sustainable transportation that tourism can use in future and the benefits is electric cars. Electric car are poised to play a significant role in the future of transportation, including the tourism industry. Electric cars have lower operating costs compared to gasoline-powered vehicles. The cost of electricity for charging an electric vehicle is generally lower than that of fossil fuels. By incorporating electric cars into their fleets, providing charging infrastructure, and promoting sustainable transportation options, the tourism industry can contribute to a greener and more sustainable future. Electric cars not only align with environmental goals but also offer economic advantages and improved visitor experiences, making them a favorable choice for sustainable tourism practices.

3) The Serengeti, Tanzania/Kenya. The Serengeti is a vast savannah ecosystem in East Africa, famous for its annual wildebeest migration. Witnessing the migration, where millions of animals traverse the plains in search of greener pastures, is an awe-inspiring spectacle. The Serengeti also offers incredible opportunities for wildlife safaris, allowing you to spot iconic African animals like lions, elephants, and giraffes.

4) The human and environmental impacts of tourist travel are significant and multifaceted. Tourists contribute to environmental degradation through increased energy consumption, water consumption, waste generation, and pollution. These include habitat and ecosystem destruction, deforestation, and pressure on local resources. In addition, cultural effects are also noted, because tourism can affect local traditions, which lead to a culture of loss of authenticity. In addition, tourism can exacerbate socioeconomic inequality if the benefits are not distributed equitably among local communities. Addressing these impacts requires sustainable tourism practices, responsible travel choices, destination management strategies, and global efforts to reduce carbon emissions and protect natural resources.

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Footage released by animal rights group shows "abusive" training of Thai elephants

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1. Based on the video that I shared, its show when dolphins are used as tourism attractions, their natural behaviours and daily routines may be disrupted. They may be trained to perform tricks, participate in swim with dolphin programs, or interact with tourists, which can detract from their natural social structured and behaviours. These activities can also lead to overstimulation and disturbance for the dolphins.
2. One sustainable transportation option that tourism can use in the future is high-speed rail (HSR). High – speed rail systems utilize electric trains that can travel at speed of over 186 mph (300 km/h) on dedicated tracks. High – speed rail is an environmentally friendly mode of transportation as it produces lower greenhouse gas emissions compared to air travel and road transportation.
3. I choose Flam, Norway as exotic places that I want to go. I choose Flam, because its exceptional natural beauty, unique transportation experience, and immersive fjord exploration. Flam is located in the heart of the Norwegian fjords, surrounded by majestic mountains, cascading waterfalls and deep blue fjords. We also can do outdoor adventures. So basically, Flam is a hub for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a range of activities such as kayaking, fishing, cycling, and even fjord safaris. Adventures can explore the fjords, waterfalls, and mountains, creating unforgettable memories in the midst of Norway’s pristine natural surroundings.
4. The transportation sector is often subsidized by the public sector, especially through the construction and maintenance of road infrastructure, which tend to be free of access. Sometimes, public stakes in transport modes, terminals and infrastructure can be at odds with environmental issues. If the owner and the regulator are the same (different branches of the government), then there is a risk that regulations will not be effectively complied with. Total costs incurred by transportation activities, notably environmental damage, are generally not fully assumed by the users. The lack of consideration of the real costs of transportation could explain several environmental problems.

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8 Reasons to Never See a Dolphin Show Again

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1. Based on my perception of the video I shared is the negative impacts of feeding and touching; In certain wildlife tourism scenarios, visitors are not encouraged to feed or touch animals, which can have detrimental effects to animals for example feed choloclate to horse. Feeding disrupts natural feeding behaviors and can lead to dependency on humans, malnutrition, or aggression towards humans and other animals. Touching animals can also spread diseases and disrupt their protective behaviors.

2. One sustainable transportation option that tourism can utilize in the future is electric buses. Electric buses are powered by electricity instead of fossil fuels, making them more environmentally friendly and sustainable. there are several benefits; reduced greenhouse gas emissions, improved air quality, noise reduction, enhanced visitor experience and positive image. Overall, electric buses offer a sustainable transportation solution for the tourism industry, promoting eco friendly travel, reducing emissions and improving the overall visitor experience.

3. The most exotic places i want to travel is Machu Pichhu, Peru (South America). Nestled high in the Andes Mountains, Machu Picchu is an ancient incan city that has captivated traveler for centuries. its impressive stone architecture, breathtaking mountain views, and mystical atmosphere make it a must-visit archaeological site.

4. Based on Chapter 7 "The human and environment impact of tourist travel" is important in the tourism industry for several reasons;
a) The tourism industry relies heavily on the natural environment and local communities. By minimizing negative environmental and social impacts the industry can ensure the long term.
b) Tourist travel can have significant environmental consequences such as pollution, habitat destruction and overconsumption of resources. It is important to assess and mitigate these impacts to protect fragile ecosystem, preserve biodiversity and maintain the natural beauty of destination.
c) Tourism place demands on local resources such as water, energy and land. understanding the human and environmental impact of tourist travel allows for better resource management, ensuring that resources are used efficiently and sustainably. This minimizes strain on local infrastucture and ecosystem, reduces waste and promotes resposible consumption patterns.
d) Responsible tourism practices and minimizing negative impacts can enhance a destination's reputation and competitiveness in the global tourism market. Travelers are increasingly seeking destinations that demonstrate a commitment to sustainability and responsible tourism. By managing the human and environmental impact, destinations can attract environmentally conscious tourists, differentiate themselves from competitors, and maintain a positive image in the industry.

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1) you already done your presentation of usage of animals as a tourism. It is a cruelty act but other would say it as an attraction.  Wildlife tourism are one of the tours that you observe and interacts with local animals.   however, it gives bad impacts towards the animals because of human act either from visitors or the tour agencies. Share with us a video and your perception on these issues especially with your video.
2)  identify one sustainable transportation that tourism can use in future and the benefits.
3) share with us the most exotic places you want to travel and why? share a pictures or videos.
4) read chapter 7, summarize by your own words why this chapter is important in the tourism industry.

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Kuala Lumpur Airport Accessibility - Wheelchair Travel

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Kuala Lumpur International Airport (IATA code: KUL) is located 45 kilometers (28 miles) from the KL city center, and is the largest airport in Malaysia. I have personally used KLIA for four separate arrivals and departures, which I consider to be a limited experience.

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Terminal 1 provides attention and care to our disabled guests and those needing special assistance.

All of our terminals offer ramps and elevators, restrooms, telephones and numerous other facilities and services that are easily accessible.

If you wish to remain in your own wheelchair when proceeding to the aircraft door rather than using the airline wheelchair at check-in, please notify your airline of your needs and check your airline's policy. Also, be sure to request for complimentary ground assistance and the airline's personnel will assist you and take care of your needs.

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Terminal 1 provides attention and care to our disabled guests and those needing special assistance. All of our terminals offer ramps and elevators, restrooms, telephones and numerous other facilities and services that are easily accessible.

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1. I have chosen airasia airline as my transportation when going to Sarawak to study. I choose airasia because it is affordable for me. However, there are many negative aspects, one of which is having less helpful staff. I shared my story when I boarded the flight I come from the village, it takes 3-4 hours to get to the airport in Kota Kinabalu. My flight time is 6 am so I have to leave the village early at 2 am. I checked in online on the airasia airlines app, but there was a problem when I wanted to check in the ticket on the app, so I chose to check in at the airport, but the staff on duty at the time said "I can't help you check in, who told you to check in late?" "  I explained but they still let me. Even though I arrived 2 hour before. After I insisted they just check in. I feel very angry and guilty with my parents who sent me if at that time I could not board the flight that morning because I did not have money for a new ticket. There are other aspects as well such as punctuality issues and customer service challenges. I hope that even though Airasia is a low cost airline, they should fix this.

2.The marketing examples that I can share is online travel agencies (OTAs) such as booking.com. It's can increase the visibility of accomodations and attract traveler who use these platform to search and book travel services.

3.Malaysian airport, including major international airport, generally provide accessibility features such as ramps, elevator, designated seating areas and accessible restrooms. Most airlines offer assistance and priority boarding for individual with disability, pregnant women, and families with young children

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Travel Etiquette Basic guideline on traveling etiquette on our trains and busses. Wearing A Facemask Is Mandatory It is mandatory for your to wear a face mask at all times when using public transport system. Observe Social Distancing Etiquette Keep your distance with other passengers. Stand on the r…

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1) Sure, I'd be happy to share my personal experience with taking airlines in Malaysia. So my experience with Malindo. When I was school in Kuala Lumpur. I like to use Malindo Airlines because the ticket prices are reasonable. But one day I was leaving Kuala Lumpur to return to Sarawak, my flight schedule was delayed up to 4 hours because our plane broke down. But all of us in the plane were not allowed. to get off the plane until the authorities solve the problem on the plane.
2)example marketing is the website platform has become a popular marketing channel for the tourism industry. Such as Easybook. In this website there are many facilities available such as buying bus tickets, trains, rental cars and hotels.
3)Nowadays many facilities in public transport provide facilities for people in need. Such as Rapid KL transport. Rapid KL provides special places for disabled people and pregnant women. This facility can help as much as possible to make it easier for people in need to ride public transport.

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SINCE 2006, LARGEST Bus Ticket, Train Ticket, Car Rental, Local Day Tour Package, Ferry Ticket, Attraction Ticket Online Booking Portal in Singapore, Malaysia and ASEAN

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1. So i want to share my experience with Airasia. The experience i got from them is delayed flight. Honestly, I'm so tired when I need to wait the next flight. So what i do is go walking around the airport while waiting the next flight.
2.  One example of marketing medians is influencer marketing. Tourism organization collaborate with travel influencers and bloggers who have a significant online following. These influencers can share their experiences, photos, and video from destination.
3. Yes, many countries and tourism destinations have made efforts to make thier tourism transportation more accessible to people with disabilities, pregnant women, the elderly and families. These efforts aim to provide inclusive and equal opportunities for all individuals to enjoy their travel experiences

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Globally, it is estimated that there are over 1 billion persons with disabilities, as well as more than 2 billion people, such as spouses, children and caregivers of persons with disabilities, representing almost a third of the world's population, are directly affected by disability. While this signifies a huge potential market for travel and tourism, it still remains vastly under-served due to inaccessible travel and tourism facilities and services, as well as discriminatory policies and practices.
What is accessible tourism?
Accessible tourism enables all people to participate in and enjoy tourism experiences. More people have access needs, whether or not related to a physical condition. For example, older and less mobile people have access needs, which can become a huge obstacle when traveling or touring. Thus, accessible tourism is the ongoing endeavour to ensure tourist destinations, products and services are accessible to all people, regardless of their physical limitations, disabilities or age. This inludes publicly and privately owned tourist locations, facilities and services.

Accessible tourism involves a collaborative process among all stakeholders, Governments, international agencies, tour-operators and end-users, including persons with disabilities and their organizations (DPOs). A successful tourism product requires effective partnerships and cooperation across many sectors at the national, regional and international levels. From idea to implementation, a single destination visit normally involves many factors, including accessing information, long-distance travel of various sorts, local transportation, accommodation, shopping, and dining. The impact of accessible tourism thus goes beyond the tourist beneficiaries to the wider society, engraining accessibility into the social and economic values of society.

International action and normative frameworks

The UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) was adopted by the UN General Assembly in December 2006. CRPD Article 9 on Accessibility calls for State Parties to take appropriate measures to ensure that persons with disabilities have equal access to the physical environment, information, transportation and other facilities and services open or provided to the public. It also calls for the elimination of obstacles and barriers to accessibility, including all transportation and facilities. Furthermore, Article 30 on Participation in cultural life, recreation, leisure and sport also calls for State Parties to ensure that persons with disabilities enjoy the benefits of tourism.

At the 2013, historic UN High-level Meeting on Disability and Development, which included several Heads of State, the link of disability and development was discussed and the meeting called for enhanced action to mainstream disability in the global development agenda. In the outcome document of the meeting, accessibility was identified as a key area for action.

Furthermore, in his message for the 2013 World Habitat Day, UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon called on the international community to make towns and cities accessible to all.

In the recent 2030 Agenda for Global Action containing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs 2015), Goal 11 focuses on principles to "Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable". This goal captures tourism and recreation through its call for the provisions of universal design for accessible and sustainable transport systems, inclusive urbanization, and access to green and public spaces. In its 2011 Declaration, The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) predicted tourism will increase and experience sustained development, reaching 1.8 billion international tourists by 2030. Accessible cities and tourism provisions therefore ensure the full social and economic inclusion of all persons with direct benefits of promoting more sustainable travel habits among users.
What are the barriers to travel and tourism for persons with disabilities?
For persons with disabilities, travelling can be a challenge, as finding the information on accessible services, checking luggage on a plane, booking a room to fulfil access needs, often prove to be difficult, costly and time consuming.

Challenges for persons with disabilities include:
* Untrained professional staff capable of informing and advising about accessibility issues
* Inaccessible booking services and related websites
* Lack of accessible airports and transfer facilities and services
* Unavailability of adapted and accessible hotel rooms, restaurants, shops, toilets and public places
* Inaccessible streets and transport services
* Unavailable information on accessible facilities, services, equipment rentals and tourist attractions
Why is accessible tourism important?
Accessibility is a central element of any responsible and sustainable development policy. It is both a human rights imperative, as well as an exceptional business opportunity. In this context, accessible tourism does not only benefit persons with disabilities, it benefits all of society.

To ensure that accessible tourism is developed in a sustainable manner requires that tourist destinations go beyond ad hoc services to adopting the principle of universal design, ensuring that all persons, regardless of their physical or cognitive needs, are able to use and enjoy the available amenities in an equitable and sustainable manner. This approach foregoes preferential or segregated treatment of differently abled constituents to permitting uninhibited use of facilities and services by all, at any time, to equitable effect.
I am not a person with a disability - how does this affect me?
Accessibility is also an important aspect of realizing the rights of the world's ageing population. As we grow older, our chance of experiencing a permanent or temporary disability is increased. A focus on accessibility can therefore ensure that we are able to participate fully in our societies well into our older years. Accessibility also benefits pregnant women and persons who are temporarily rendered immobile.

The improvements to physical and service infrastructure that come with a focus on accessibility also encourage a more multigenerational focus in development planning. For families with small children, accessible infrastructure - particularly in transportation, city planning and building design - improves the ability of these families to participate in social and cultural activities.

The United Nations is committed to sustainable and equitable development. Certainly, making basic adjustments to a facility, providing accurate information, and understanding the needs of disabled people can result in increased visitor numbers. Improving the accessibility of tourism services increases their quality and their enjoyment for all tourists, as well as improving quality of life in the local communities.
Other resources: Other languages:
French: Tourisme et Handicaps
Spanish: Fundaciononce
Arabic: Arab Tourism Portal
German: Russland Barrierefrei

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based on what you learn last week :
1) share with us your personal experience in taking any airlines in Malaysia. it can be negative or positive story.
2) find any examples of marketing medians in the tourism industry.
3) does our tourism transportation are accessible to the disabled community/ pregnant woman/ elderly and families with young children? give one article that can support your answer.

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based on what you learn last week :
1) share with us your personal experience in taking any airlines in Malaysia. it can be negative or positive story.
2) find any examples of marketing medians in the tourism industry.
3) does our tourism transportation are accessible to the disabled community/ pregnant woman/ elderly and families with young children? give one article that can support your answer.

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1) i will choose my personal experience in taking malindo airlines. I book my flight using malindo during my study in sabah. Because it affordable for student price. However,  malindo will always delayed my flights 1 to 3 hours. The maximum we get is they have to delay to the next 2 day of the actual flights. Although it is quite troublesome, we request for the change of day and time.  my experience with malindo is quite enjoyable and it was devastating to hear that they have stop the route from kuching to kota kinabalu.
2) the marketing examples that i want to share is Red bus. you can book the bus fare with online system. it was easier to use and user friendly.
3) Now, airlines are more used to cater the disabled person's need. MAS, Airasia offer assistance for wheelchair. to use the assistance, we have to prebook online or though the airport counter. This is the rights of the airline passengers to gets the assistance their needs.

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Since travel restarted post-pandemic, one theme has emerged amid the overall chaos: travellers with disabilities being let down by airports and airlines. From special assistance passengers left on planes for upwards of an hour at the end of a flight to wheelchairs damaged in transit, there's been headline after headline in the past 18 months.

Now, it seems, things have reached crisis point. After her wheelchair was broken on a British Airways flight in February, TV presenter Sophie Morgan has launched a campaign with Disability Rights UK. Called Rights on Flights, its goal is to improve the airline experience for all passengers with disabilities.

Why is now the time to improve these standards and experiences?

"The majority of the time when I fly, something bad happens," says Morgan. "I've normalised the experience of something going wrong." After her wheelchair was damaged, she decided to take action. "It was on the back of other stories over the last six months - I thought, it's getting out of hand." She has high hopes that change can be brought about. "The industry is recognising its systems aren't working. Solutions need to be expedited." In the short term, Rights on Flights is asking parliament to enable the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to fine providers who fail passengers with disabilities. In the long term, it aims to equalise the airline experience for all travellers, from providing made-to-measure assistance to advocating for wheelchair spaces on planes.

Has the situation got worse or is it just better reported now?

Roberto Castiglioni has been campaigning for better accessibility in aviation for the past 11 years as director of Reduced Mobility Rights. For him, the pandemic - which devastated the aviation industry - has had knock-on effects on special assistance. "Service levels have dropped significantly since the pandemic - the aviation industry is still struggling to catch up, with demand growing faster than expected," he says. In other words, everyone's suffering due to staffing levels, but what is an inconvenience for many can ruin a disabled person's trip.

Does this only affect wheelchair users?

No. According to the 2021 census, 17.8 million people in the UK have some kind of disability, and many require help while travelling. That might mean taking someone with mobility issues to the gate, showing a blind person onto the plane, or allowing someone with sensory issues to pre-board. Yet many passengers are simply put in a wheelchair and taken to the gate, whether or not that assistance is useful. It's a sign of an outdated system. "At a time when even fast-food chains allow people to customise their food, disabled people are still unable to customise their airport journey," says Castiglioni.

Why are so many wheelchairs getting broken in transit?

One major issue is aircraft design. No passenger airlines have planes in their fleets that have space for a wheelchair on board - even those jets that have recently been redesigned or refitted. Chairs go in the hold, and are often mishandled. "Handlers see them as cargo, not as someone's legs," says Castiglioni.

Morgan is calling for legislation to ensure that future aircraft be fully accessible, with space to keep chairs on board and better designed toilets. Currently, wheelchair users have to ask crew to take them to the toilet in uncomfortable, undersized 'aisle chairs' that most (but not all) planes have on board, then use the toilet with the door open.

Have any countries got it right?

It's better in the US, where each airline is responsible for providing special assistance - in the UK and Europe, the airport handles it, meaning there's little accountability.

Should the CAA fine airports for assisted travel breaches?

Morgan is calling for fines if airports "break equipment, don't provide the right assistance or leave us on board too long".

Of course, not only travellers with disabilities use special assistance at airports. Anyone who can't cope with long lines at security, getting up the steps to the plane or walking the long distances at major airports can book it - from elderly to pregnant to injured passengers. With the system under strain, and airlines passing the buck when things go wrong, perhaps change will only come when the CAA gets enforcement powers.

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Rights on Flights: the new campaign seeking to make air travel more accessible

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Since travel restarted post-pandemic, one theme has emerged amid the overall chaos: travellers with disabilities being let down by airports and airlines. From special assistance passengers left on planes for upwards of an hour at the end of a flight to wheelchairs damaged in transit, there's been headline after headline in the past 18 months.

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2. As a tourism industry, i choose Japan. Japan is famous for its high speed train system known a the Shinkasen or bullet trains. The Shinkansen connects major cities such as Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto and Hiroshima, allowing travelers to reach their destinations quickly and comfortably. These trains are known for their punctuality, comfort and convenience. As addition to the Shinkansen, Japan has an extensive local train network that connects cities, towns and rural areas. These trains are an affordable option for traveling shorter distances within a region. Maglev Trains is new transportation trends in Japan.  Japan is also investing in magnetic levitation (maglev) train technology. The Chuo Shinkansen Maglev, currently under construction, will be the world fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 500 km/h (311 mph). This neww transportation option will revolutionize travel between major cities in Japan.