2026 Summer Festivals in Tohoku and Eastern Japan: Shinkansen and Train Access
Explore 2026 summer festivals in Tohoku and Eastern Japan, including Aomori Nebuta, Sendai Tanabata, and FUJI ROCK, with dates, train routes, and arrival stations.
Shinkansen Stations in Japan: Station Navigation Hub for Visitors
Explore Shinkansen stations in Japan by travel area, major hubs, and lines. Use this page as a navigation hub to find the right station guide for your journey.
Shinkansen Reserved vs Non-Reserved: Complete Guide
Compare Shinkansen reserved vs non-reserved seats. Learn key differences, when to choose each option, how non-reserved seats work, what happens if you miss your reserved train, and answers to common questions from international travelers.
Shinkansen Luggage Rules: Size Limit and Reservation Guide by Line
Unsure if your suitcase needs a reservation? This Shinkansen guide covers luggage rules by line, size limits, storage options, and practical steps if your bag is oversized.
Where to Put Luggage on the Shinkansen: Overhead Racks, Last Row & Storage Options
Find out what size bags fit in Shinkansen overhead racks, where to store oversized luggage, available legroom, and new deck storage areas.
Nozomi, Hikari and Kodama: Which Shinkansen Should You Take?
Learn Nozomi, Hikari, and Kodama stops, travel times, and JR Pass rules. Choose the right Shinkansen and book tickets online with Japan Bullet Train.
Tokyo Station Shinkansen Guide: Map, Platforms, Luggage Storage and Dining
Find Shinkansen tickets, airport access, local trains, subway connections, shopping streets, restaurants, souvenirs, and lockers—all essential tips for navigating Tokyo Station with ease.
How to Get on the Shinkansen at Tokyo Station: Step-by-Step Guide
Map, entrance, platform, gate, and how early to arrive—this guide helps foreign travelers board the Shinkansen at Tokyo Station with ease and confidence.
Kyoto Station: Shinkansen Guide with Map, Lockers, Restaurants, Tokyo and Osaka Access
Find Kyoto Station’s Shinkansen platforms, exits and routes. Learn how to travel easily to city sights and major cities from Kyoto.
How to Get on the Shinkansen at Kyoto Station: Step-by-Step Guide
Map, entrance, platform, gate, and how early to arrive—this guide helps foreign travelers board the Shinkansen at Kyoto Station with ease and confidence.
Shin-Osaka Station: Shinkansen, Map, Restaurants, Lockers and Osaka Station Transfers
Traveling via Shin-Osaka Station to Universal Studios, Namba, Kyoto, or Kansai Airport? Learn ticket tips, Shinkansen access, and the key difference from Osaka Station, with maps, restaurants, and lockers.
How to Board the Shinkansen at Shin-Osaka Station: Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to board the Shinkansen at Shin-Osaka Station from the Midosuji Line and JR local lines. Follow clear step-by-step directions, find the right gate and platform, and travel with confidence.
Shinagawa Station: Shinkansen Guide with Map, Luggage Storage, Airport Access and Tokyo Station Comparison
Shinagawa Station guide with access from Haneda Airport, Narita Airport, Shinjuku, and Shibuya. Learn the differences from Tokyo Station and Ueno Station, and why Shinagawa is a convenient choice.
How to Board the Shinkansen at Shinagawa Station: Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to board the Shinkansen at Shinagawa Station, including routes from Haneda Airport via the Keikyu Line and Narita Express. Find ticket gates, platforms, transfers, and shopping and waiting areas before departure.
Ueno Station: Shinkansen Guide with Map, Food, Keisei and Tokyo Access
Find Ueno Station Shinkansen platforms, exits, and access from Keisei Ueno Station. Compare with Tokyo Station and get directions to Ueno Park and Ameyoko.
Hiroshima Station: Shinkansen, Map, Restaurants, Coin Lockers and More
Shinkansen travel guide with JR connections, platform details, Miyajima ferry access, okonomiyaki spots, luggage storage, and more—all at Hiroshima Station.
Shinkansen Odawara Station: Luggage, Map, Hakone Access
Discover food spots, travel tips, and how to reach Hakone Yumoto from Shinkansen Odawara Station. Find luggage lockers, maps, and easy ticket booking online.
Hakata Station in Fukuoka: Shinkansen, Map, Platforms, Shopping and Food Guide
Explore the location, entrances, coin lockers, and shops at Hakata Station. Learn about the Chikushi Exit and Hakata Exit, how to use the Shinkansen, English support, and routes to Osaka or Tokyo.
How to Board the Shinkansen at Hakata Station: A Step-by-Step Guide
Find exits, gates, and platforms at Hakata Station. Learn how to board the Shinkansen from outside, JR, or subway, plus waiting areas and shops.
Nagoya Station: Shinkansen, Exits, Coin Lockers and Meitetsu Kintetsu Access
Tokaido Shinkansen platforms, tickets, and map for easy travel to Kyoto, Osaka, and Tokyo. Find subway access, top restaurants, shopping, and sights like Nagoya Castle, Osu, and Sakae.
