Japan's bullet trains have long been the global benchmark for high-speed rail, known for their remarkable speed, near-perfect punctuality, and an unparalleled safety record of zero fatal crashes in more than six decades. Now, Japan is pushing transportation even further into the future with its next-generation Maglev train, and the result is leaving people speechless. In a now-viral video, a Japanese reporter witnessed the Maglev in action for the first time. As the train glided past at an aston

In 1964, Japan's bullet train took its first, record-breaking journey, setting the bar for speed and comfort. Hear more from Witness History: https://bbc.in/3aX18Qg | BBC World Service