Japan Shinkansen Challenge

From Hokkaido to Kagoshima and Nagasaki: 118 distinct stations on 10 operating services. How many can you name from memory?

English, Japanese (kanji or kana) and Chinese all work. Press Enter to submit.

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How to play and FAQ

How many stations?

118 distinct stations on Japan’s 10 operating Shinkansen services. Shared stops such as Omiya and Hakata count once.

Which routes are included?

Hokkaido, Tohoku, Yamagata, Akita, Joetsu, Hokuriku, Tokaido, Sanyo, Kyushu and Nishi-Kyushu. Yamagata and Akita are mini Shinkansen services.

How do I answer?

Type a station name and press Enter. Japanese, Chinese and English names work.

How does the quiz work?

Use the route and neighbouring stops to pick the hidden station from four choices.

How are rankings calculated?

Anonymous player results determine rankings. No account is needed.

What is the Daily 5?

Five multiple-choice questions that change at midnight Japan time. Everyone gets the same five that day, and you get one try. Play every day to build a streak, which shows when you share.

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