| File | Size (px) | |------|-----------| | cockpit_day.png | 1024×768 | | speedometer_day.png | 200×200 | | speed_needle.png | 20×100 | | power_notch.png | 100×300 | | brake_notch.png | 100×300 |
, a free, open-source train simulator. Creators have meticulously recreated various Japanese high-speed lines and rolling stock to provide an immersive driving experience. Available Rolling Stock
A wide range of Shinkansen rolling stock has been recreated by the community, with high attention to cab instrumentation, sounds, and performance. Notable examples include:
: The busiest line in Japan, frequently recreated for simulators to reflect its high-frequency "Nozomi" services [ 0.5.10 ]. Technical Realism openbve shinkansen
OpenBVE provides an excellent platform for simulating the Shinkansen thanks to its flexibility, realism, and strong community. While challenges exist — particularly around sourcing precise data and balancing performance — the payoff is substantial: a simulation that captures both the technical prowess and cultural resonance of Japan’s bullet trains. For railfans and learners alike, building or driving a Shinkansen route in OpenBVE is a fulfilling project that blends engineering, history, and artistry.
For decades, the Shinkansen—Japan’s legendary bullet train network—has symbolized more than just high-speed travel. It represents precision, punctuality, and the pinnacle of rail engineering. For simulation enthusiasts, the dream of piloting a 300 km/h N700 Series through the Japanese countryside or navigating the steep gradients of the Hakone Tozan Line is a powerful draw. While mainstream flight and train simulators offer high-fidelity graphics at a premium price, a powerful, free, and deeply customizable alternative exists: simulation.
The Shinkansen routes and trains in are widely regarded by the simulation community as some of the most technically accurate and immersive high-speed rail experiences available in freeware, despite the platform's dated graphics. Core Simulation Performance | File | Size (px) | |------|-----------| | cockpit_day
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Created by OpenBVE Train Editor ; [Car] Coupler = Automatic Brake = Electro-Pneumatic Regenerative EmergencyBrake = Electromagnetic + Pneumatic Cabin = Driver\Cockpit.csv ; ; ---------- MOTOR CAR (M1) ---------- [Car] Section = 1 Length = 25.0 Mass = 46000 Motor = 1 Axles = 4 ; BrakeCylinder = 350000 ; Handle.RaiseNotch = 1 Handle.LowerNotch = 2 Handle.PowerNotches = 12 Handle.BrakeNotches = 8 Handle.EBrakeNotch = 8 ; ; ATS/ATC ATC = 1 ATCSafetyDevice = 1 ; ; Motor characteristics (traction) MotorCurve = 0, 0 MotorCurve = 2800, 180 MotorCurve = 4800, 190 MotorCurve = 6000, 195 MotorCurve = 8400, 200 ; ; Dynamic brake DynamicBrakeMax = 200 ; ; Resistance Resistance = 0.25, 0.0055, 0.00036 ; ; Deceleration Deceleration = 0.85 DecelerationService = 0.65 ; ; Doors DoorsLeft = 0 DoorsRight = 1 DoorOpenSound = door_open.wav DoorCloseSound = door_close.wav ; ; ---------- TRAILER CAR (T1) ---------- [Car] Section = 2 Length = 25.0 Mass = 42000 Motor = 0 Axles = 4 ; Resistance = 0.25, 0.0055, 0.00036 ; DoorsLeft = 0 DoorsRight = 1 DoorOpenSound = door_open.wav DoorCloseSound = door_close.wav
Covers sections from Shin-Hakodate Hokuto to Hachinohe, featuring authentic station melodies and automatic announcements. Notable examples include: : The busiest line in
Excellent starting points for English-speaking users to find hosted files and translation guides.
The heart of any simulator is the route, and the Japanese community has produced some masterpieces for OpenBVE.
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