LDP and JIP decide on Kyoto route for Hokuriku Shinkansen line extension
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Source: The Japan Times
Published: 2026-07-15 17:15 UTC+10:00
Section: JAPAN
Factuality Score: 95
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Politics, Asia, Law & Courts, World News, Asia Pacific
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Japan’s ruling coalition adopted a plan Wednesday that will extend the Hokuriku Shinkansen line from the city of Tsuruga, Fukui Prefecture, to Osaka through Kyoto on a route taking it near — but not directly to — Kyoto Station.
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