JR East to launch Japan’s first commercial hydrogen hybrid train in fiscal 2027

Published on July 20, 2026

One of the world’s largest rail operators plans to deploy the zero-emission train on commuter routes near Tokyo as Japan explores alternatives to diesel on non-electrified lines.

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