Central Japan Railway Company

Central Japan Railway Company is a Japanese enterprise with core operations in railway transportation and a diverse portfolio of related ventures. Structured into various divisions including Transportation, Merchandise, Real Estate, and Other, the company's primary asset is the Tokaido Shinkansen, a critical high-speed rail artery connecting Japan's metropolitan hubs of Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka. It also oversees a network of twelve conventional train lines concentrated in the Nagoya and Shizuoka areas. Beyond its extensive rail services, the company offers a broad spectrum of ancillary operations such as bus services, logistics, travel agency functions, advertising, linen supply, track maintenance, construction and consulting, and financial management, alongside the manufacturing and upkeep of railway rolling stock and machinery. Its business interests further extend into non-transportation sectors, encompassing retail (including department stores, wholesale, and food/beverage sales), real estate development and leasing, hospitality (hotels), and the management and enhancement of computer systems. Founded in 1987, Central Japan Railway Company maintains its headquarters in Nagoya, Japan.