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2026 Cherry Blossoms in Japan: Best Season and Travel Tips by Shinkansen

Discover Japan's most beautiful cherry blossom spots easily accessible by Shinkansen. Learn about seasonal timing, cultural etiquette, and essential travel tips for the perfect hanami experience. The complete guide for foreign visitors.

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.

How to Board the Shinkansen at Sendai Station: Step-by-Step Guide

Taking the Shinkansen from Sendai Station? Learn about exits, platforms, waiting areas, and how to transfer from local trains and the subway.

Okayama Station: Shinkansen, Map, Platforms, Lockers and Food

Sun Station Terrace Okayama, Kurashiki, Naoshima, Uno Port, Kyoto, and Hiroshima are all connected via Okayama Station. Learn Shinkansen platforms, station maps, luggage storage, food areas, and easy transfers.

Niigata Station: Shinkansen, Access, Lockers, Ponshukan and Restaurants

Serving the Joetsu Shinkansen, Niigata Station is a renovated transport hub linking travelers to Sado Island and Echigo-Yuzawa. This guide explains transfers, luggage storage, restaurants, and Ponshukan.

Hokkaido Shinkansen: Tokyo to Hakodate and Sapporo, flight vs train, and the Seikan tunnel

Complete guide to traveling on the Shinkansen from Tokyo to Hokkaido. Explore the benefits of rail travel compared with flying, and get clear answers to common questions about routes, travel times, and connections to Hakodate and Sapporo.

Nagano Station: Shinkansen, Luggage Storage, Map, Exits, and Food Guide

Find access to and from Tokyo and Kanazawa, Shinkansen tickets, platforms, and coin lockers at Nagano Station. Explore Zenkoji Temple, Snow Monkey Park, and ski resorts with this complete travel guide.