Shinkansen

This article introduces power outlets on the Shinkansen. Whether a seat has an outlet depends on the seat type and train line. If your seat is equipped with one, you can use it free of charge. It’s convenient for charging smartphones, laptops, and other devices.

Here are the benefits of riding the Shinkansen Green Car. The seats are spacious, the cabin is quiet, and the overall comfort often exceeds expectations. It’s highly recommended for those who want to enjoy a relaxing journey on a long-distance trip.

You can see Mt. Fuji from inside the Tokaido Shinkansen during the stretch between Shizuoka Station, Shin-Fuji Station, Mishima Station, and Atami Station. If you want to enjoy the view of Mt. Fuji from your seat, choose seat E in standard cars or seat D in Green Cars—both are on the Mt. Fuji side for eastbound and westbound trains. As long as you catch the right timing, you’ll be able to see Mt. Fuji clearly.

The Kodama is a Shinkansen service that operates on both the Tokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen lines. It stops at every station along the Tokaido Shinkansen (Tokyo to Shin-Osaka) and the Sanyo Shinkansen (Shin-Osaka to Hakata).

The Hikari is a Shinkansen service that operates on both the Tokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen lines.It stops at major stations such as Tokyo, Shinagawa, Shin-Yokohama, Nagoya, Kyoto, Shin-Osaka, Shin-Kobe, Himeji, Okayama, Kokura, and Hakata (Fukuoka). *Note: Some trains may also stop at additional stations depending on the schedule.

This page introduces the stations where the Nozomi Shinkansen stops. The Nozomi is the fastest Shinkansen service connecting Tokyo and Hakata.