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Japan expands its renowned high-speed rail network with the introduction of a new shinkansen line making the secluded Fukui Prefecture more accessible to explorers. Located approximately 185 miles west of Tokyo, this coastal region, known for its dinosaur discoveries, Zen practices, and rejuvenating hot springs, is now seamlessly connected to the bustling metropolis, thanks to the Hokuriku Shinkansen extension.