Shinkansen Ticket Online Booking : Echigo Yuzawa to Tokyo
¥10,430
Ticket details
- Departure: Echigo Yuzawa
- Arrival: Tokyo
- Time: 1 hour 10 minutes~
Seat
- Unreserved
- You can have a seat at non-reserved seat cars only.
- Reserved
- You can have a seat at reserved seat cars.
- Green reserved
- You can have a 1st-class seat at Green cars.
- Gran class
- You can have a first class seat at Gran class cars.
Train type
- Toki
- Tanigawa
Why Book the Echigo Yuzawa to Tokyo Shinkansen with us?
- Arrangements tailored to your needs, backed by extensive experience
- Same-day departure tickets available
- Physical ticket support
- Delivery to your hotel or home address
- Trusted and reliable service
- We handle bookings for international travel agencies and luxury hotels in Japan
Shinkansen Station Guide: Echigo Yuzawa to Tokyo
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Departure Station:
- Echigo Yuzawa Station: A major railway station in Niigata Prefecture, serving as a gateway to the popular hot spring and ski resort area of Yuzawa.
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Arrival Station:
- Tokyo Central Station: Main departure point in central Tokyo, well-connected by JR and metro lines.
Tokyo Station Guide (Tokyo Central Station Guide)
Tokyo Station is a major railway hub in central Tokyo, located in the Marunouchi district near the Imperial Palace and Ginza.
It is the starting point for several Shinkansen lines, including Tokaido, Tohoku, and Hokuriku, and connects with many local JR lines.
Key Information
- Shinkansen platforms: Located on the Yaesu side. Follow signs for platform 14-23.
- Train lines from/to Tokyo Station:
- Shinkansen: Tokaido, Tohoku, Yamagata, Akita, Joestu, Hokuriku, and Hokkaido
- JR lines: Yamanote line, Tokaido Main line, Ueno-Tokyo line, Chu line/Chuo Main line, Sobu line/Sobu Main line, Yokosuka line, and Keiyo line
- Subway: Tokyo Metro Maruncuhi line
- Linked Station: Tokyo Metro Tozai line, Tokyo Metro Chiyoda line, Tokyo Metro Hanzomon line, and Toei Mita line
- Coin lockers: Available in multiple sized throughout the station.
- Tourist Information Centers: Staffed with English-speaking personnel, often near major exits.
Additional Facilities
- Restaurants and food courts
- Shopping areas including GRANSTA, Daimaru Tokyo, and Tokyo Character Street
Frequently Asked Questions about the Shinkansen from Echigo Yuzawa to Tokyo
Q: What Shinkansen line connects Echigo Yuzawa to Tokyo?
A: The Joetsu Shinkansen line connects Echigo Yuzawa to Tokyo. It is a high-speed rail line operated by JR East, offering fast and comfortable travel.
Q: How frequently do trains run from Echigo Yuzawa to Tokyo?
A: Trains run roughly every 30 minutes to 1 hour, with more frequent services during peak seasons, especially winter for ski travelers.
Q: Are there any direct trains, or do I need to transfer?
A: The Joetsu Shinkansen offers direct services from Echigo Yuzawa to Tokyo, so no transfers are necessary.
Q: Are there coin lockers at Tokyo Station?
A: Yes, Tokyo Station has many coin lockers for different luggage sizes.
QR Voucher Usage
Issuing physical tickets at the JR station using the QR voucher is required.
- You need to issue physical tickets directly at the JR station using the QR code.
- For details about how to issue tickets from the QR voucher, please check [How to Pick Up Tickets Using QR Code] page.
Important Notes
- You cannot board the train with only the QR voucher. Please ensure you issue your physical tickets at the station ticket machine before boarding.
- On the travel day, please go to the station with plenty of time to print your ticket, ideally, at least 30 minutes before the departure time.
- Once the boarding time for the reserved train has passed, the QR code will become invalid.
Paper Ticket Pick-up / Delivery
You can choose the following options for picking-up/receiving tickets:
- Ship to your hotel in Japan: We will ship your ticket(s) to your hotel in Japan. You can pick up your ticket(s) when you check-in the hotel
- Ship to your home country address: We will ship your ticket(s) to your home/company address via International Express mail with additional shipping fee. Please add International Shipping from here.
- Pick-up at Post offices in Tokyo or Kyoto: We will ship your ticket(s) to the post office located near Tokyo Station or Kyoto Station. You can pick-up your ticket(s) by showing your ID (Passport).
- Ship to your address in Japan: We will ship your ticket(s) to your address in Japan if you have one in Japan.
For detail, please check [From Purchase to Delivery] page.
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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.