Should I buy Shinkansen tickets in advance?

You must order at least 3 days in advance before the day of travel. I would advise you to book your shinkansen tickets as far in advance as you can, during peak season like Christmas and New Year, cherry blossom season (April) and fall foliage season (November). It gets extremely busy and trains are often fully booked.

Are Shinkansen tickets expensive?

The Tokaido shinkansen is the only profitable high speed rail route in the world. It’s expensive because it’s the best way to travel between cities. It’s competition is airplanes. Everybody uses them from families on trips to business men.

Can you buy Shinkansen tickets same day?

Yes, you can. However, you should try to get your ticket farther in advance if traveling at a busy time, such as certain dates around the New Year. You can make the reservation at any JR reservation office (all major stations and many smaller stations).

Do I need to reserve Shinkansen tickets?

Hi Matt, there is generally no need to reserve seats. Most shinkansen will have reserved and un-reserved carriages. The caveat is during peak periods you may not be able to get a seat and you may end up standing for the trip.

How do I buy the tickets?

Method 3 of 4: Booking Through an Airline Download Article Purchase a commuter book. Some airlines offer what’s called a commuter book (or, alternatively, airpass memberships). Look for flat rate tickets. Some airlines provide flat rate tickets for a limited time. Call the airline group reservation desk directly. Reserve your flight at the right time.

How to buy tickets in Japan?

Find your destination and the corresponding fare on the map above the vending machine. The map shows the train lines and stations of the region.