Hi. We need to travel from Tokyo to Kyoto on 31 December 2019. Is it now possible to reserve a seat on the Shinkansen from outside of Japan when the bookings open on 30 November? If not, can you please recommend the best way of ensuring that we get on a train? And is it recommended that we do not take luggage with us due to the crowds at this time, but use a baggage transfer service instead? Sorry if I'm repeating old questions, just wanted to ensure I had current info to reduce my stress levels Huge thanks! JR
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jR
about 6 years ago
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Daniel-san
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about 6 years ago
Hi there,
Generally it is only possible to reserve seats once you arrive in Japan? When will you arrive in Japan?
Kind regards,
Daniel
jR
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about 6 years ago
Hi Daniel,
We will arrive in Japan on 27 December. I am worried that we won't be able to get a seat I have read that the tickets sell out as soon as they become available. Is this true?
Thanks again
JR
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