The legendary punctuality of Japanese trains, especially the Shinkansen, has long been a sign of accuracy and efficiency. Globally celebrated for running like clockwork, these trains rarely deviate from their schedules. However, a recent delay on a bullet train in Japan surprised an Indian traveller, who shared his experience in a humorous video on social media. Here’s all about the incident!
Indian Tourist Reacts To Japan’s Bullet Train Delay
our boys exposing JAPAN.
koi na bhay raat me cover kr legi 😂 pic.twitter.com/nKXaHk5QPx
— narsa. (@rathor7_) November 23, 2024
In a video shared on X (previously known as Twitter), the man humorously expressed his disbelief when his train was delayed by an unprecedented 1 hour and 30 minutes. “We’ve heard Japan has 7G, and trains never run late. They even apologise if they’re two minutes late.” His comment, in Hindi, added a funny twist as he compared the situation to what he imagined Japan would be like.
The cold winter temperatures added to the discomfort of the wait. “There’s no place to sit, and it’s freezing,” he added, showing his surprise at the delay. He also compared the technology he saw at the airport with Japan’s high-tech reputation, noting, “We got 3G SIM cards at the airport, but we couldn’t find 7G. Even 5G is expensive here.” He ended with, “It’s just like India!”
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Netizens Defend Japan’s Train System
Look at the crowd. Then look at the condition of the platform and tracks and the complete lack of dirt, debris or rubbish anywhere in the station. This is the correct lesson to learn from Japan.
— Badhrinath Kannan (@BadriKannan) November 23, 2024
Some maintenance must be going on. They do apologise and post updates too, may be these guys who went to Japan to post only on SM didn’t understand that. My relatives have lived here,I know the system there. Even during pandemic,they had excellent management, traveling has become
— AR (@Ara_achi) November 24, 2024
Trains are not usually late in Japan. I have lived there and haven’t had it happen to me once. And yes, they do apologise. The announcement might have been in Japanese and you might not have understood it…
— Apoorva (@crazyfelinelady) November 24, 2024
While the video amused many viewers, it also sparked a spirited discussion online. Several netizens came to Japan’s defence. They pointed out that such delays are very rare and often caused by exceptional circumstances. One commenter noted, “I just returned from Japan. Trains are usually on time. This kind of delay is very rare.”
Others explained that the man may not have been fully aware of the announcements or updates provided in Japanese. “Maintenance might have been going on,” one person suggested. “They always apologise and keep passengers updated.
Some commenters encouraged looking beyond the rare delay to appreciate the broader cultural context. “Instead of criticising, look at the clean environment, the calm demeanour of people, and the humility they display. There’s much to learn,” one user wrote.
The incident underscores the high expectations tied to Japan’s railways. This episode may not have showcased Japan’s trademark punctuality, but it certainly highlighted the global fascination with their railways.
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