The main Shanghai HSR station is 45-60 mins from the main business district. That is not convenient. In Japan, all the main HSR stations are incredibly conven

The main Shanghai HSR station is 45-60 mins from the main business district. That is not convenient. In Japan, all the main HSR stations are incredibly convenient. Usually, walking distance from main business district. Also, Beijing is a huge city. So what if the "subway network is top notch". It is still frequently 45 mins more travel time on slow subway for final destination.