Transportation

How to Ride the Shinkansen in Japan

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A Complete Guide for First-Time Visitors Riding the Shinkansen is one of the easiest and most comfortable ways to travel between major cities in Japan. These high-speed trains connect destinations such as Tokyo, Nagoya, Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima, Fukuoka, Sendai, Kanazawa, Nagano, and Hakodate. However, first-time visitors are often confused by the ticket system, train names, … Read more

How to Ride Trains in Japan

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A Complete Guide for First-Time Visitors If it’s your first time visiting Japan, the train system may look confusing. You might wonder: The good news is that Japan’s railway network is one of the safest, cleanest and most reliable in the world. Once you understand a few basic rules, it’s surprisingly easy to use. This … Read more