Getting from Haneda Airport to the Shinkansen – Your Best Options
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Welcome to Haneda Airport, Tokyo’s primary international gateway!
If you're planning to catch a Shinkansen (bullet train) right after landing, here’s a quick and easy guide to get you to the right station efficiently.
Where to Board the Shinkansen?
Tokyo has two major Shinkansen stations:
- Shinagawa Station (for westbound destinations like Nagoya, Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima, and Hakata)
- Tokyo Station (for northbound destinations like Sendai, Nagano, Kanazawa, and beyond)
Your choice depends on where you're headed!
Option 1: Haneda Airport → Shinagawa Station
(Westbound Shinkansen)
📍 For destinations along the Tokaido Shinkansen (Nagoya, Kyoto, Osaka, etc.)
- Take the Keikyu Line from Haneda Airport (Terminal 1-2 or Terminal 3 Station) toward Shinagawa Station.
- The ride takes about 15 minutes.
- Some trains go directly to Shinagawa, while others require a simple same-platform transfer at Kamata Station.
- Arriving at Shinagawa Station, follow signs to the Konan Exit where the Shinkansen platforms are located. It’s a short walk from the Keikyu Line area.
🚄 Why choose Shinagawa Station?
✔ Smaller and less crowded than Tokyo Station
✔ Easier and faster transfer to the Tokaido Shinkansen
Option 2: Haneda Airport → Tokyo Station
(Northbound & Other Shinkansen)
📍 For the Tohoku, Hokuriku, Joetsu, and Hokkaido Shinkansen (Sendai, Nagano, Kanazawa, etc.)
- Take the Tokyo Monorail from Haneda Airport to Hamamatsucho Station.
- Travel time: 18-25 minutes (depending on rapid/local service). - Transfer at Hamamatsucho Station to the JR Yamanote Line or JR Keihin-Tohoku Line toward Tokyo Station.
- The train ride to Tokyo Station takes about 5 minutes.
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Once at Tokyo Station, follow the signs to the Shinkansen platforms for your destination.
Why choose Tokyo Station?
✔ Connects to all Shinkansen lines across Japan
✔ More departure options for northern and central Japan
Book Your Shinkansen Tickets in Advance!
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To ensure a smooth journey, we recommend booking your tickets in advance from us.
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Seat guide
Reserved Seat (Ordinary Reserved Seat)
Your seat is reserved and secured when you book your tickets, allowing you to head to the station with peace of mind.
Think of it as "economy class" seating.
Green Reserved Seat
Enjoy better seats and free blankets. Popular among Japanese business people, executives, and those who prefer a comfortable travel experience.
Consider it "business class" seating.
GranClass
Known as the "First Class" of Shinkansen seats.
Available only on the Hokuriku and Tohoku Shinkansen lines, these seats offer airline-like amenities and meals (only on select trains).
They are the most expensive option.
Unreserved Seat
You can take any open seat in the unreserved cars on the departure date (no departure time will be indicated on your ticket).
This is the best option if cost is your priority and you are traveling during less crowded seasons or times.
Hana
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As a licensed travel services manager with over 10 years of experience in the industry, I’ve spent my career helping international travelers discover the charm of Japan’s regions, seasons, and cultural events.
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