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I've told friends and family that after living there, I have difficulty regarding trains in other countries (especially the US) as "real" trains. It sounds crazy, but high-speed, reliable and affordable train transportation is something you can get used to quickly.
BTW, thanks for your continuing Japanology series - love it! 
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