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Refund Policy

The refund policies vary by product type. Please refer to the applicable section below.

Shinkansen/Train Tickets (Paper Tickets)

Shinkansen/Train Tickets (QR Vouchers/QR Tickets)

    Shinkansen/Train Tickets (Paper Tickets)

    The following rules will apply to any order cancellations and modifications for paper tickets only (not applicable to QR vouchers). Refunds will be made to the credit card account used for the ticket purchase.

    CANCELLATION

    Cancellations are accepted before the shipment of tickets.

    Cancellation Conditions and Refund Amount

    Before receiving your order confirmation email with your seat number
    or
    More than one month* prior to departure
    → 100% Refund
    After receiving your order confirmation email with your seat number
    or
    Between one month* - 4 days prior to departure
    (e.g., if the travel date is December 3, the fee will apply from November 3, provided that the ticket is still unshipped.)
    → 90% Refund
    Less than 3 days* prior to departure (including the departure date)
    → No Refund
    After the shipment of tickets (regardless of the departure date)
    → No Refund

    *Japan Time

    MODIFICATION

    The following requests are subject to additional charges:

    Modification Requests and Fees

    Change of the date/time/class/type of the tickets
    → ¥3,000 / Order
    Seat requests, such as changing to seats with luggage area
    → ¥3,000 / Order
    Change of Shipping Address or recipient name (after shipping)
    → ¥3,000 / Order
    Change of the recipient (after shipping)
    → ¥3,000 / Order

    These rules apply for those whose boarding date is less than a month. No requests can be made once the shipping has been made.

    Please contact us immediately if you have trouble receiving your tickets after the shipment.

    Shinkansen/Train Tickets (QR Vouchers/QR Tickets)

    The following rules will apply to any order cancellations and modifications for QR voucher/tickets only (not applicable to paper tickets). Refunds will be made to the credit card account used for the ticket purchase.

    CANCELLATION

    Cancellations can be made up until 24 hours before the scheduled travel time.

    Cancellation Conditions and Refund Amount

    Before receiving your order confirmation email with your QR code
    or
    More than one month* prior to departure
    → 100% Refund
    Between one month* to 24 hours before travel
    (e.g., for a travel date of December 3, the fee will apply from November 3)
    → 90% Refund
    Within 24 hours before travel
    or
    After the tickets are issued by the customer
    → No Refund

    *Japan Time

    MODIFICATION

    Modifications are accepted ONLY ONCE up to 24 hours before travel (departure time of the reserved train).

    Modification Requests and Fees

    Change of the date/time/class/route/type of the tickets
    → ¥3,000 / Order
    Seat requests, such as changing to seats with luggage area
    → ¥3,000 / Order

    Please note that we do not take responsibility for tickets delivered or QR codes sent, especially on or after the departure day. Any issues after delivery are the customer's responsibility, including lost tickets.

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    Seat guide

     

    Shinkansen Seats are available in four levels, depending on the comfort and services you require.


     

    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.

    GranClassGran Class Seat (only for limited lines)

    Known as the "First Class" of Shinkansen seats.
    Available only on the Hokuriku and Tohoku/Hokkaido 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.