Yes, you can use Suica to ride the Shinkansen — but only through specific JR services. This guide explains Touch de Go!, Shinkansen e-Ticket,...
Best Guide 2026: Using ICOCA in Tokyo & Kanto — Limits, Tips & What Works
Wondering if your ICOCA works in Tokyo or the wider Kanto region? This quick guide explains exactly where it’s accepted, what it can’t do...
Can You Use Suica in Osaka? Yes — But Watch These Kansai-Specific Limitations
Suica works in Osaka and the Kansai region, but it has important limitations. Learn how it differs from ICOCA, where it’s accepted, and key...
How to Choose a Shinkansen in Japan 2026: Train Name & Speed Guide
Not sure which Shinkansen to take in Japan? This guide explains what Nozomi, Hikari, Hayabusa and other train names mean, and how speed and...
Shinkansen Ticket System: Why Two Tickets Are Needed for Train Travel in Japan
Understanding the Shinkansen ticket system can be confusing for travelers in Japan. Learn why two tickets are necessary and how to use them effectively....
Shinkansen from Tokyo to Osaka at 25% Discount! Discover the Platt Kodama Campaign
a money-saving option for traveling from Tokyo to Osaka on the Shinkansen. Through the Platt Kodama program, passengers can get a 25% discount on...
Japan Shinkansen Ticket Purchase & Riding Guide: A Must-Read for First-Time Visitors
Learn about Japan’s Shinkansen: seat types, ticketing, luggage rules, and IC card use for smooth, convenient high-speed rail travel....
Shinkansen Tokyo to Osaka: Key Trip Info
This article will provide you with all the essential information you need for your Shinkansen journey from Tokyo to Osaka....
Free WiFi on the Shinkansen!
Some Shinkansen trains in Japan have already installed free WiFi for passengers to use. For those who frequently travel for business and often need...
Unlimited Ride on Shinkansen and Express Train in October 2022 with “JR East Pass”!
To celebrate the 150th anniversary of JR East, JR East will be selling a limited-edition pass, “JR East Pass,” in October 2022. Recently, details...