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Shinkansen Trivia: The Doctor Yellow

Shinkansen Trivia: The Doctor Yellow

August 20, 2023

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Shinagawa Station vs. Tokyo Station: Which is Closer?

Shinagawa Station vs. Tokyo Station: Which is Closer?

August 18, 2023

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Latest Shinkansen Operation Updates: August 17th

Latest Shinkansen Operation Updates: August 17th

August 17, 2023

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Suspension of Shinkansen Operations: Aug 16th

Suspension of Shinkansen Operations: Aug 16th

August 16, 2023

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Latest Suspended Shinkansen Information: August 15th

Latest Suspended Shinkansen Information: August 15th

August 15, 2023

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Latest Shinkansen Operation Updates: August 15th and 16th

Latest Shinkansen Operation Updates: August 15th and 16th

August 14, 2023

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Impact of Approaching Typhoon on Shinkansen Services on August 15th and 16th

Impact of Approaching Typhoon on Shinkansen Services on August 15th and 16th

August 14, 2023

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Latest Shinkansen Operation Updates Due to Approaching Typhoon in Japan

Latest Shinkansen Operation Updates Due to Approaching Typhoon in Japan

August 11, 2023

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Traveling with Oversized Baggage on the Shinkansen

Traveling with Oversized Baggage on the Shinkansen

August 10, 2023

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Farewell to In-Train Wagon Service on the Tokaido Shinkansen

Farewell to In-Train Wagon Service on the Tokaido Shinkansen

August 08, 2023

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Embark on a thrilling summer adventure from Tokyo to Karuizawa by Shinkansen!

Embark on a thrilling summer adventure from Tokyo to Karuizawa by Shinkansen!

July 31, 2023

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“Obon”, the peak period in Summer 2023 is coming up. Book NOW and securely reserve your seats!

“Obon”, the peak period in Summer 2023 is coming up. Book NOW and securely reserve your seats!

July 28, 2023

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For Travel Agents: Introducing Shinkansen Car Charter Service for Foreigners

For Travel Agents: Introducing Shinkansen Car Charter Service for Foreigners

July 13, 2023

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How to reserve your seats in Hello Kitty Shinkansen?

How to reserve your seats in Hello Kitty Shinkansen?

July 01, 2023

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Latest Train Information for Non-Japanese Speakers

Latest Train Information for Non-Japanese Speakers

June 19, 2023

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How to get Mt.Fuji from Kyoto?

How to get Mt.Fuji from Kyoto?

June 14, 2023

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Is Wi-Fi available on Shinkansen?

Is Wi-Fi available on Shinkansen?

June 04, 2023

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Our office will be closed for the holidays

Our office will be closed for the holidays

December 21, 2021

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Kenminwari - Local Travel Discount Program Now Available

Kenminwari - Local Travel Discount Program Now Available

October 21, 2021

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Go To Travel campaign continues to be suspended until June 2021

Go To Travel campaign continues to be suspended until June 2021

March 29, 2021

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Go To Travel campaign will be suspended nationwide

Go To Travel campaign will be suspended nationwide

January 08, 2021

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Our office will be closed for the holidays

Our office will be closed for the holidays

December 23, 2020

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Go To Travel campaign will be suspended nationwide

Go To Travel campaign will be suspended nationwide

December 15, 2020

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Anti-COVID-19 measures at Resort Destination: Go To Travel Campaign

Anti-COVID-19 measures at Resort Destination: Go To Travel Campaign

October 22, 2020

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Seat guide

Shinkansen seats are available in four levels depending on the comfort and services your require.

Ordinary Seat

Regular seats used on Reserved cars and Unreserved cars of Shinkansen. Consider it as "economy class" seat.

Green Seat

Better seats with more space than ordinary seats. All Green Seats are reserved only. Consider it as "business class" seats.

Reserved Seat (Ordinary Reserved Seat)

Your seat is reserved and secured when you book your tickets. Head to the station with a peace of mind.
Seats are the same as Ordinary Seat.

Green Reserved Seat

Better seats and free blankets. Popular among Japanese business persons, executives and people who values comfortable travel. Consider it as "business class" seats.

GranClass Seat

Know as "First Class" of Shinkansen seats. Only available on Hokuriku and Tohoku Shinkansen lines. Gran Class seats comes with airline-like amenities and meals.The most expensive of all.

Unreserved Seat

You can take any open seats in unreserved cars of any train on the departure date. (No departure time will be indicated on your tickets.)
The best seat type if your priority is the cost and are traveling during less-crowded season/time.

 

 

For further information and photos, please visit official page at http://www.jreast.co.jp/e/ticket/types.html