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Gran Class is Japan's first-class Shinkansen seat. wider than business class, with meal service and attendants. Here's what's included and when it's worth paying for.

Discover the story of how Japan's famous bullet trains, known as Shinkansen, were built in this special guide.

All three services run on the same track — the Tokaido Shinkansen — connecting Tokyo with Osaka and beyond to Hiroshima and Fukuoka, but differences lie in speed, stop frequency, and Japan Rail Pass coverage for international visitors, especially.

The “seven-minute miracle” refers to the standard cleaning of a 16-car Shinkansen at a terminus station, most famously at Tokyo Station. Find out more here.

Welcome to the Shinkansen Seat Guide: How to Pick the Right Seat for Views, Legroom, and Comfort. After all, choosing a Shinkansen seat isn’t just a small detail—it can change how comfortable, quiet, or scenic your journey feels.

The Shinkansen vs plane decision in Japan depends heavily on the route you’re taking. What looks faster on paper often changes once you factor in airport transfers, security time, and station access. Let's take a closer look.

Can you bring a large suitcase on the shinkansen? Japan's bullet trains enforce strict size rules, including a mandatory reservation for oversized bags. Here's everything you need to know.

If you want to know how the Kyoto bullet train station works, where to go, how to transfer, and how to stay calm, you've come to the right place.

Starting September 23, 2022 JR Kyushu will start operating Japan’s latest state-of-the-art bullet train. Directly connecting Nagasaki city to Fukuoka (Hakata station), reducing travel time by 30 minutes.