Limited Express Train Ticket Online Booking : Shinjuku to Hakuba (Azusa)

¥11,800

Seat type and Adult/Child

Quantity

Qty

Departure date and train (time)

Date*

Tickets cannot be issued until less than one month before the boarding date, and seats will not be reserved until then.

Ticket details

Departure: Shinjuku at 8:00
Arrival: Hakuba at 11:42
Note: There is only 1 direct train per day from Shinjuku to Hakuba

Seat

Reserved
You can have a reserved seat in reserved cars.
Green reserved
You can have a business class seat in the Green cars.

Train type

Limited Express Azusa

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Limited Express Azusa Station Guide: Shinjuku to Hakuba

Departure Station:
- Shinjuku Station: It is the departure point for the Limited Express Azusa bound for the Japanese Alps. Located in central Tokyo, it connects multiple train lines, including JR, Tokyo Metro, Toei Subway, and private railways like Odakyu and Keio. The Azusa train departs from platforms 9 or 10.
Arrival Station:
- Hakuba Station: It is a small, local station located in the heart of Hakuba Village in Nagano prefecture. It is the gateway to the famous Hakuba Valley, known for its world-class ski resorts. The station is served by the JR Oito Line and is the final destination for some Limited Express Azusa trains from Shinjuku. Taxis and local buses are available outside the station for easy access to hotels and ski resorts.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Limited Express Azusa from Shinjuku to Hakuba

Q: How do I get from Tokyo to Hakuba by train?
A: You can take the Limited Express Azusa from JR Shinjuku Station, located in central Tokyo, to Hakuba Station.

Q: How long does the journey take from Shinjuku to Hakuba by train?
A: A direct Azusa train takes 3 hours 42 minutes to reach Hakuba from Shinjuku.

Q: Do I need to reserve a seat in advance?
A: Yes, seat reservations are highly recommended during ski season. As there is only 1 direct train per day, it may be fully booked. It may be fully booked 2~3 weeks in advance, especially on weekends.

Q: Where does the Azusa train depart from at Shinjuku Station?
A: Azusa trains usually depart from the platforms 9 or 10 of JR Shinjuku Station. Be sure to arrive early as Shinjuku Station is large and can be confusing.

Q: Are there food or drinks available on the train?
A: No. Azusa trains do not have onboard food services, so it's best to buy snack or drinks at Shinjuku Station before departure.

Q: How do I get to my hotel or ski resort from Hakuba Station?
A: Taxis and shuttle busses are available outside Hakuba Station. Many hotels also offer pick-up services - be sure to check in advance.

Collections: Limited Express, Ski resort (Hakuba, Gala Yuzawa, etc.)

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.