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BRIO Trains of the World Shinkansen Series E5 Playsets

BRIO Trains of the World Shinkansen Series E5 Playsets

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$39.99at TargetChecked Nov 8

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $39.99 at Target on Nov 8.
  • Checked at 2 stores.

Our take on the BRIO Trains of the World Shinkansen Series E5 Playsets

A wooden toy train from BRIO's Trains of the World line, modeled on Japan's Series E5 Shinkansen. It is a single engine car with the long white-and-pink nose, sized for BRIO's wooden track and magnetic couplings. It suits kids from age 3 who already run BRIO or other wooden trains, and it adds a recognizable high-speed train to the set. Compared with BRIO's diesel and steam engines it is a sleeker, more collectible piece, and it fits the same track and cars.

Best forKids 3 and up with wooden train setsFamilies building a world-trains collectionGifts for train-loving preschoolersAdding a high-speed train to a BRIO layout
Pros
  • Fits standard BRIO wooden track and magnetic couplings
  • Distinctive E5 nose shape kids recognize
  • Solid beech and wood construction
  • FSC-certified wood
  • Works with other Trains of the World cars
Cons
  • Single car, so it needs track and cars to be fun
  • Small parts and magnets mean it is not for under-3s
  • Paint and detail are simpler than on model trains
  • Nose shape can look odd on tight curves

BRIO Trains of the World Shinkansen Series E5 Playsets prices at every store

  • TargetNew

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    $39.99Free shippingChecked Nov 8
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  • RavensburgerNew

    In stock

    $39.99+ $4.90 shippingChecked Nov 8
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BRIO Trains of the World Shinkansen Series E5 Playsets price history

Lowest price we've seen: $39.99 on Nov 9 at Target. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners of BRIO wooden trains generally rate the Shinkansen as a sturdy, good-looking addition that holds up to play. They like that it matches the track they already own and that the E5 shape is easy for kids to recognize.

What people mention
  • BuildPraisedOwners say the wood body and paint hold up to rough play.
  • CompatibilityPraisedIt clicks onto standard BRIO wooden track and couples with other cars.
  • Play valueMixedSome say one car alone is thin, and it shines only with track and more trains.
  • DesignPraisedThe long E5 nose is the draw for kids who know the real train.

Specifications

Quantity (pcs)
1Source
Age (From)
3Source
Theme
TrainSource
Material
Wood, BeechSource

Questions and answers

Does it run on standard BRIO wooden track?
Yes. It uses the same wooden track and magnetic couplings as other BRIO trains.
Is it one car or a full train?
It is a single engine car. You add passenger cars and track separately.
What age is it for?
BRIO lists it from age 3. The magnets and small parts make it unsuitable for children under 3.
Is it compatible with Thomas & Friends wooden track?
Generally yes, since both use similar wooden track and magnets, but coupling height can vary slightly between brands.
What is it made of?
Wood, mainly beech, with FSC-certified sourcing and plastic detail parts.
How does it compare with other BRIO engines?
It runs on the same track but has a longer, sleeker body than BRIO's classic steam and diesel engines, so it stands out in a collection.
Where is the BRIO Trains of the World Shinkansen Series E5 Playsets cheapest?
At Target, for $39.99, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the BRIO Trains of the World Shinkansen Series E5 Playsets?
2 stores we checked sell it, including Ravensburger, Target.

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