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1. Shinkansen electrics and track inspection trainWasei, word made in Japan, From English “doctor yellow”. Wasei (word made in Japan)
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2. Doctor YellowDoctor Yellow is the nickname for the high-speed test trains that are used on the Japanese Shinkansen ("Bullet Train") dedicated express passenger train routes. The trains have special equipment on board to monitor the condition of the track and overhead wire, including special instrumented bogies and observation blisters. The 'Doctor' part of the name is obvious from their test and diagnostic function, and the 'Yellow' part comes from the bright yellow color they are all painted.
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ドクター・イエロー

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