On Saturday July 17, 2010, the Narita Sky Access began operation. This bullet train connects the central areas of Tokyo to Narita International Airport. It made transportation much more convenient for many passengers by reducing the access time from Nippori station to Narita Airport Bld.2 station from 51minutes to 36minutes. So, I went to experience the speed of the Narita Sky Access.

It is convenient to use the Nippori station in going to the airport since it also connected to the JR train line. There are blue sign boards like this one in the station.

Tickets can be reserves in advance and be issued at the ticket machines. They can also be bought at the service counter the day you go on the train.

The Narita Sky Access uses the newly built facility.

The Narita Sky Access was designed by the designer, Kansai Yamamoto with the concept of “wind” and “cool”. This bullet train with a body of metallic indigo has a sharp appearance combined with a dome shaped roof and spacious interior.

The concept of the interior is “cool.” The removal of unnecessary decorations and details created a sharp, smart atmosphere. Seats are spacious with a height of1,050mm and width of 470mm.

The dome shaped roof gives relief from the closed space.

Foot rests are equipped with electric sockets allowing the use of electrical devices.

The large luggage storage is safety assured.

Windows have been greatly expanded to 1,500mm in the storage areas. It is visible from the seats of the passengers and security cameras have been set in both the storage and decks.

There are also high tech equipments; distinctly Japanese.
Multi-task restrooms are fully automatic with additional installations of baby beds and baby keeps.

The washroom combines the sink with the counter providing more floor space. It made it easier for passengers on wheel chairs.

Multi-task restrooms meet different kinds of needs.

The train operates at 160km/hr, the fastest in current Japanese railroad transportation. Passengers can have a fantastic view of Japanese scenery such as rice fields from the windows.