# ShinkansenView

> ShinkansenView (iPhone/iPad app by YUUSUKE HARASAWA.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shinkansenview/id6743909260 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [YUUSUKE HARASAWA](https://appshunter.io/developer/664328221)
- Category: Utilities, Travel
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 17 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, European Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish
- Released: 2025-03-31
- Data updated: 2026-08-17
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shinkansenview/id6743909260/reviews.md

## What is ShinkansenView?

Know the "now" of the Shinkansen on a map!
ShinkansenView displays approximate train positions based on standard timetables. Tap a train to see its timetable. Perfect for travelers and railway fans!

[Main Features]
- Near real-time map display: Check Shinkansen trains across Japan in near real time, color-coded by type.
- Detailed train info: Tap an icon for train name, number, current status, next station, etc.
- Real-time timetable: View all stops and scheduled times to see where the train is running or stopping now.
- Multilingual support: Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese, Korean, with easy in-app switching.
- Route filter: Choose lines like Tokaido, Sanyo, Tohoku, Hokuriku, etc.
- Customizable time: Set any date/time to simulate past or future operations.
- Easy operation: Intuitive interface; search trains from a list and see their location on the map instantly.

[Recommended For]
- Shinkansen trip or business travel planners
- Railway fans wanting more than basic transfer info
- Overseas visitors curious about Japan’s rail system
- Families who want to enjoy Shinkansen with kids

Experience a more convenient, more exciting Shinkansen journey with ShinkansenView!
Download now and feel the dynamism of Japan’s main artery!

*Note: Position/timetable data is calculated from public timetables and may differ from actual operation. Delay info not supported.*


## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.1.0 — 2026-08-17

This update brings major improvements in performance and content.

- Greatly improved performance: taps and scrolling are now much more responsive
- Reduced battery consumption
- Fixed an issue where stations or trains could stop responding to taps
- The map now reopens at the location you were last viewing, even after a restart
- Greatly expanded tourist spot information: 160+ new sights, now covering every station

### 3.0.0 — 2026-04-22

- Shinkansen stations are now displayed on the map. Tap a station to view its timetable and detailed information.
- Updated timetables to the latest schedule.
- Fixed several bugs.

### 2.1.0 — 2025-10-05

- Added current location button in the bottom right (Japan only)
- Updated timetables to the latest version
- Improved Shinkansen movement logic for more realistic behavior

### 2.0.0 — 2025-06-03

- Improved Shinkansen movement for smoother animation on the map  
- Updated the timetable to the latest version  
- Fixed bugs

### 1.2.0 — 2025-04-21

- Fixed route issues
- Added supported languages

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