Riding Japan's Bullet Train 🚅 | Epic Train Journey from Tokyo to Hokkaido on the Shinkansen! 🇯🇵
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- Опубліковано 20 жов 2023
- Today we're riding Japan's bullet train and we bringing you along on an epic train journey from Tokyo to Hokkaido aboard the Shinkansen! It's our first day of travel in Japan and we are getting out of Tokyo. The best way to cover such a long distance is aboard the Shinkansen also known as the bullet train. We'll navigate riding the metro during rush hour, pick up our JR train tickets at the station, buy an ekiben (train bento box) to enjoy during the trip, and enjoy the scenic ride across Japan. We can't wait to share some Hokkaido travel videos with you, but first up, let's get to our destination!
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Riding Japan's Bullet Train 🚅 | Epic Train Journey from Tokyo to Hokkaido on the Shinkansen! 🇯🇵
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Taking the Shinkansen, or Japanese bullet train, from Tokyo to Hokkaido is an experience that perfectly encapsulates Japan's blend of meticulous service, technological innovation, and serene beauty. This journey is not just about reaching a destination; it's about embracing an integral part of modern Japanese culture and enjoying the unparalleled efficiency and comfort for which the Shinkansen is world-renowned.
Boarding and Departure: The punctuality of the Shinkansen is legendary; the train departs precisely on time, so it's advisable to arrive at the station with a few minutes to spare.
Speed and Comfort: As the train glides out of the station, the acceleration is swift but incredibly smooth. The Shinkansen can reach speeds of up to 320 km/h (198 mph), making it one of the fastest ways to travel on land. Despite the high speed, the ride is remarkably quiet and stable, with minimal vibration, allowing passengers to relax.
Scenic Views: The journey from Tokyo to Hokkaido offers changing landscapes that capture the essence of Japan's diverse geography. As the train races north, urban panoramas give way to rural serenity, with views of lush fields, rugged mountains, and the iconic Mount Fuji on clear days. The transition through the Seikan Tunnel, the world's longest and deepest operational rail tunnel, marks the passage to Hokkaido, where the scenery shifts to the northern island's unique natural beauty.
Unique Features of the Shinkansen
Eki-ben (Station Bento Boxes): A delightful part of the Shinkansen experience is the variety of eki-ben or station bento boxes available for purchase at the stations or on the train. These meticulously prepared meals offer a taste of regional cuisine, making them a culinary adventure in their own right.
Green Cars (First Class) and Ordinary Cars: The Shinkansen offers various classes of service, with Green Cars providing more spacious seating, enhanced comfort, and added amenities. Ordinary cars, while more economical, still offer a high level of comfort and cleanliness that exceeds expectations.
Technology and Safety: The Shinkansen's safety record is impeccable, thanks to advanced technology and rigorous maintenance. Features like earthquake early-warning systems and automatic braking ensure passenger safety in a country prone to seismic activity.
Reserved and Non-Reserved Seating: Passengers can choose between reserved seating, which guarantees a specific seat, and non-reserved seating, which is on a first-come, first-served basis. For popular routes or during peak travel times, reserving a seat is recommended.
Hospitality: The service on the Shinkansen is exemplary, with attendants offering snacks, drinks, and even local delicacies. The cleanliness of the train, including the restrooms, is maintained to the highest standards, reflecting the Japanese dedication to hospitality and service.
Taking the Shinkansen from Tokyo to Hokkaido is more than just a high-speed train ride; it's an immersive experience that reflects the harmony between Japan's technological prowess and its commitment to tradition and service. It offers a unique window into the country's culture, landscapes, and the art of travel itself.
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Not cheap
May I ask how much did you pay for the Shinkansen train tickets from Tokyo to Hokkaido?
外国人がハヤブサに乗って駅弁食べる動画はなかなか無いのでどんどん上げて欲しい。ほとんどが京都、大阪だから。
ありがとう。 私たちは電車とフェリーで日本旅行を楽しみました。😀
Ueno station was the gateway station to tohoku for 100 years. When tohoku Shinkansen opened they didn’t go to Tokyo station but they all started at Ueno. So I found it a bit weird that you started in Ueno and went to Tokyo and then back through Ueno because a lot of tohoku Shinkansen start in Tokyo then make a stop at Ueno before heading out to Ohmiya, Utsunomiya, Fukushima, Sendai, etc.
Shinkansen is very safe because there is an automatic earthquake detection system(called UrEDAS) and obstacle detection system, which automatically stops before the seismic waves reach.
They are fully equipped with the whole Shinkansen system, and it is famous that there have been zero deaths since its opening. have a nice trip😊❤
Thanks for sharing that piece of info. Good to know!
I spent 2 weeks in Japan recently, and we did all of our inter-city travel using the Shinkansen.
I couldn't get enough of it.
Now we are both really excited our time is coming up to go to Japan....thanks for the info on Klook we will try it
As somebody else commented, Tohoku Shinkansen stops at Ueno Station, so you don't have to spend extra time and money to make a detour and go to Tokyo Station to catch a Tohoku Shinkansen, unless you'd like to enjoy Tokyo Station. There are a lot of shops also in Ueno Station to buy boxed lunch. But, thank you for introducing our Japanese Shinkansen to the world. Tohoku Shinkansen is the fastest, 320km/h. As Hokkaido is so vast, most people living in Hokkaido use cars as in the U.S. to move around. So trains are not usually crowded, and there are few trains to catch in daytime on weekdays except Sapporo and the surrounding areas.
Can't wait to see more.
Wow, what a wonderful adventure in Japan! My dream is to visit all 47 prefectures of Japan. Each one has its own number of tourist attractions, as well as a variety of local dishes, all of which are delicious. Of course, wherever you go, you can be safe, clean, and receive the best hospitality. In the summer, however, it seems better to go to the cooler northern regions.😅
That sounds like a great travel goal! We'd love to see more prefectures as well. So far Nagano is one of our favourites - can't get enough of the mountains!!
Yes, you have to try it, bro, the highest fastest train in Southeast Asia... the speed is 350 K kilometers, the newest fast train in Southeast Asia, the first in Indonesia, Jakarta - Bandung, lots of tourist attractions in the city of Bandung which is beautiful and comfortable and cool and cool and beautiful....
Bienvenidos a Hokkaido, mi tierra!!
I love watching your videos! Enjoy traveling while still young! Have fun!
I've been enjoying the videos in Canada and Argentina lately. But I have to say, seeing a new travel video, like the early days of this channel, just warms my heart. And Japan no less, a country I definitely want to visit.
Yes, you have to try it, bro, the highest fastest train in Southeast Asia... the speed is 350 K kilometers, the newest fast train in Southeast Asia, the first in Indonesia, Jakarta - Bandung, lots of tourist attractions in the city of Bandung which is beautiful and comfortable and cool and cool and beautiful.....
Thanks for sharing the journey with us! Looking forward to more❤️travel safe!
So thorough! It is appreciated! Thank you. Great, as usual.
Glad you enjoyed it!
東京から北海道までの新幹線の座席はとても快適です🚅🤗
It is nice to see you on the road again
Thank you! We're looking forward to sharing the journey. 😊
Brilliant. Hope you both are doing well 😊
日本の旅を満喫されてくださいね✨
Japan again! So cool! I can't wait guys!🥰❤
Thank you! We're very excited to be sharing the upcoming videos. 😊
It's been a while since I watched a video. I'm glad that both of them are doing well. It was a crazy trip to take the Shinkansen from Tokyo to Sapporo. Please continue to enjoy Japan.
We're glad you enjoyed the video! We have more videos to come from Hokkaido.
Omg! Welcome to Japan! your video is so informative! there are many things that i didn’t know though I’m Japanese haha Have a wonderful stay ❤
This video was VERY helpful. Thanks.
Thank you. Glad to hear it!
In December we will be back on the bullet train to Hokkaido can’t wait. Love traveling around Japan. Thanks for your vids.
Awesome, that's coming up soon!! Wishing you a great trip! 😊
What a rural pair of guys!
the trip was wonderful
I'm pretty sure it's going to be a pleasure to travel around northern Japan with you!
Yes, you have to try it, bro, the highest fastest train in Southeast Asia... the speed is 350 K kilometers, the newest fast train in Southeast Asia, the first in Indonesia, Jakarta - Bandung, lots of tourist attractions in the city of Bandung which is beautiful and comfortable and cool and cool and beautiful......
Great train ride.
Seeing your vlog wants me go back to Japan! We did a roundtrip for four weeks. This is bringing good memories.
Nice! Sounds like an epic trip. Any highlights?! We're always looking for ideas of places to visit.
Yes, you have to try it, bro, the highest fastest train in Southeast Asia... the speed is 350 K kilometers, the newest fast train in Southeast Asia, the first in Indonesia, Jakarta - Bandung, lots of tourist attractions in the city of Bandung which is beautiful and comfortable and cool and cool and beautiful....
thank you for paying extra time to detail your journey on how to get tickets etc, its useful for new people stressing out about this stuff.
Great timing, we are currently planning our trip in February!
Wonderful! We hope you get some ideas from the upcoming videos. What a treat it'll be for you to see Japan as a snowy winter wonderland. 😊☃️❄️
@@samuelandaudrey
Hi Audrey and Sam. Please advise if a SIM card is necessary....can we maneuver throughout the country without buying one? Thx! Cheers from Montréal.
@@North-of-the-49th Our plan was to use an eSIM until we got here and realized our phone is too old for that! You can buy SIM cards from vending machines at the airport, but they're also quite pricey. In the end, we downloaded an app called 'Japan WiFi Connect' that we saw advertised on the train ride into Tokyo - it connects you to free WiFi networks all over Japan, so that was helpful but it won't cover you everywhere.
@@samuelandaudrey thx 4 the info! Much obliged 🍁
Thank you so much for this lesson in Japan! I want to go so much!
I love that you guys travel slower. That way when you give recommendations on things to see and do I know you’ve seen a place fairly thoroughly.
Great info...doing same voyage soon!!! stay well.
JR pass really used to be a great deal....used to be 30K JPY for one week......Tokyo to Aomori round trip was already more than enough for the one week pass...but now the 1 week pass costs 50K JPY
Yeah, the pass has gotten really pricey with the latest increase! Unless you're moving almost every day, the one-way tickets are better value.
🚅🏯😍 Thanks for the "travelmood" for the day!
Love this one guys! As a proud train enthusiast I always love seeing you guys’ videos with train rides/trips.
Glad to hear that, Nick! We really enjoy train travel whenever that's an option. It's such a nice way to see the countryside, although admittedly on the bullet train everything is a bit of a blur! 😅
@@samuelandaudrey it sure is! And to see different cities as well! It’s also fun to learn about the history of the railroads and seeing railroad museums like the one you guys did in Germany at the station. One in particular I visited that was my top favorite so far is in Pennsylvania across the street from the Strasburg Railroad. I am hoping at some point to get on one of Amtrak’s cross country routes to see the country. Which trains have been you guys’ top favorites?
The Amtrak would be such a fun way to see the country. We want to do more ViaRail journeys across Canada, especially across the Rockies! As far as favourite train rides, we really enjoyed the Old Patagonian Express out of Esquel (it's a short journey aboard a cool historic narrow gauge train) and also the Tren Patagónico which crosses from the Andes Mountains to the Atlantic Ocean. Hopefully, there are more train rides on the horizon!
Love love love train rides. Thanks for another great video guys! I've only taken one train ride here in Bulgaria so far and it was a trip down to a little town called Petrich. It's the furthest south you can get without going into either Greece or N Macedonia. I bought round trip tickets (2hrs one way) for only about 8 lev which is a little over $4 US. It was a fun day!
That sounds like a bargain! I wish that were what train rides cost around these parts. 😅
Espectacular, felicidades.❤ Desde Bucaramanga, Colombia.
Oh... que bello que es volver a ver mí segunda patria❤, el país de mí hijo.
Esas montañas, esos sembradíos..
Hakodate, tuvo un temblor muy grave mientras residía allá .. fue muy triste y desbastador.
Hokaido, allí se produce buena manteca, leche...y algunas verduras!!!
Buena carne, y pueden probar de todo... felicidades....
Train rides are such a relaxing way to travel, at least once you're comfortably seated.
HOKUTOの車内には驚いた。貴重な動画をありがとう。
Welcome back 🇯🇵😊cannot wait to see your journey in Hokkaido🎉
Thank you! We're excited to share what we got up to in Hokkaido. 😊
The Japanese are so ahead with innovation.
Thanks for sharing
Most foreign tourists tend to travel to the west side of Japan via standard routes such as Mt. Fuji, Nagoya, Osaka, Nara, Kyoto, Hiroshima, and Fukuoka, but these routes are rather based on Japan's aristocratic culture.
In the direction you were heading to the north,
those area has been rich in Japanese nature since the ancient times, and there are many authentic Japanese countryside towns.That option for travel looks very smart.
The Hokkaido area is very popular with Japanese people, but it's not so crowded except Sapporo. Although it is not as good as Canada, it is rich in nature and the food is probably the best in Japan.
The Shinkansen 🚄 you rode on, "Hayabusa" is the fastest bullet train in Japan. Its maximum speed is 320 km/h, and JR East is currently considering improving it with the aim of reaching 400 km/h or more.
If you were to go through the Tohoku region by Shinkansen🚄, it might have been a good idea to stop at Sendai and go around there such as Yamagata.
Yes, you have to try it, bro, the highest fastest train in Southeast Asia... the speed is 350 K kilometers, the newest fast train in Southeast Asia, the first in Indonesia, Jakarta - Bandung, lots of tourist attractions in the city of Bandung which is beautiful and comfortable and cool and cool and beautiful.....
That is so cool that you enjoy your trip. I am in Buenos Aires for three weeks and the dollar is so strong. This has been a great experience.
I have been walking all around downtown and yesterday I had a full day with family.
My heart is overflowing with love.
So happy to hear you're having a nice time in Argentina! Enjoy Buenos Aires and all it has to offer!! 🇦🇷
Yea, the blue dollar at 1000pesos! That's brutal for the locals! Hopefully, that far right-wing asshole will not win in the presidential runoff next month! Pobre Argentina
Welcome back！！
Niceeeee 😮
Hi great video I’ve missed a lot
Always informative and entertaining
Thanks for watching, Matthew. More to come from Japan!
新幹線には東京まで行かないで、上野から乗った方が混雑しないで楽ですよ？。
You can go to Hokkaido by Shinkansen from Ueno Station too😊
Welcome to Japan🇯🇵⛩️🥷🌸🗻👘🗾🎌
Japan trains are amazing in the world
Hello Samual and Audrey we love your videos and hope you have a good time 💚
Thank youuu! It's been a great trip so far. 😊
Harriet and I miss Japan so much. We want to get there soon. The bullet train is always a pleasant experience . Great video guys. Enjoy your time there. Looking forward to great videos from
Japan. Sending much love❤❤ from Richmond, Va. Harriet, Jim and Yuki
The bullet train was quite the experience! Everything was zipping by so fast - cities, towns, countryside, zoom! What a way to cover big distances. Sending you three greetings from Japan! 😊
i bought the ticket..going to take the train too..❤
Que se diviertan mucho!!! Saludos desde🇲🇽
Muchas gracias!
MUY LINDO !!!!!!
Hola Audrey y Samuel.
Me encanta Japón y sus comidas.
Saludos desde Córdoba Edgardo 🍷
Eran todos unos juguetes, eso años atras ahora realidad 🚄🚂😊. Gracias hermoso, todo lápido, es en Japón jeje. Saludos salud bendiciones 🙋
上野からも新幹線
乗れたろうに。
Hokkaido is my next trip to Japan. Thanks for the tips.
Btw couldn’t you have boarded the Shinkansen from Ueno, instead of going to Tokyo? I thought all north bound Shinkansens halted at Ueno.
We thought so too and even tried going through the gates at Ueno until the ticketing agent told us we had to board at Tokyo Station. We caught the 8:20 am and apparently that one bypasses Ueno and continues to Omiya and then Sendai.
If you have luggage, when you get on the city trains, try to use the frontend or backend doors in the carriage instead of the middle doors and wear your backpacks in front of you so when you turn your backpacks don't hit people.
Good to know! We honestly just got on wherever there was space - it wasn't easy navigating during rush hour.
Yes, you have to try it, bro, the highest fastest train in Southeast Asia... the speed is 350 K kilometers, the newest fast train in Southeast Asia, the first in Indonesia, Jakarta - Bandung, lots of tourist attractions in the city of Bandung which is beautiful and comfortable and cool and cool and beautiful....
Yes, you have to try it, bro, the highest fastest train in Southeast Asia... the speed is 350 K kilometers, the newest fast train in Southeast Asia, the first in Indonesia, Jakarta - Bandung, lots of tourist attractions in the city of Bandung which is beautiful and comfortable and cool and cool and beautiful.....
@ocshaljufrian6109 Japan's new "L.0" series Shinkansen, which is already in use transporting commercial goods, has a top speed of 607 KPH.
北海道の動画は少ないので、忙しい旅になりそうですね。取り上げて下さい。楽しみに見ますね。良い旅を🥰
Hello from Romania!
登録したよ。君らのこれからのツアーを見るのが待ちきれない。
Hola chicos mirandole por este canal .
Good morning ! Audrey and Samuel . BEAUTIFULL ALL !!!!!. THANKS 🇦🇷😊
Thanks for watching, Viviana!
Beautiful! We were so sad that Covid took out our planned trip to Japan 😭,, This is our first year back traveling!
Going to Iceland (9 days) , then over to Scotland (for 3wks). We are leaving in 29 days (not like we are counting 😆) can’t wait to see the rest of your Japan travels 😎
That sounds like an amazing trip! We loved our time in Scotland and Iceland is still on our bucket list. Wishing you guys a wonderful trip. That's less than a month now so the countdown is on!! 😃
初めにいた上野stationからも函館行き新幹線に乗れます
Question, what about booking seats? Great vlog and plan to save this for reference. Will try app you referred for tickets. Thank you ❤️
Good question. With our Hokkaido JR Pass we travelled with both reserved seats and unreserved seats. You can reserve a seat right on the JR ticketing machine - we had to get a staff member to help us do so. You can also reserve seats when you pick up your JR Pass at the ticketing office. There was one leg of the journey where all the reserved seats were fully booked, so we just boarded the unreserved carriages and picked a random seat. It can be a bit confusing to navigate the first few times, so whenever we weren't getting it, we approached the staff at the gates and asked for help.
Hola Audrey y Samuel 😊🩷🩵 me encanta la limpiesa de los bullet trains. Que viaje tan a todo dar. Pasen su viaje Feliz y gracias por tan lindos videos. Con mucho cariño y un abrazo de Osa 🫂🫂
Lourdes Nuñez 💚
Muchas gracias, Lourdes! 😊
北海道まで、4時間くらいで行けるんですね。飛行機も良いけど新幹線の方が旅してる感じがします。また日本に来てくださいね。
So you're starting your journey at Ueno station. You'll take a local train to Tokyo station to board the Shinkansen and the first Shinkansen stop is Ueno. All northbound Shinkansen trains on the Tohuku high speed line will make a stop at Ueno. It doesn't make any sense...
We took the Hayabusa 7 Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto which bypassed Ueno and only made stops in Ōmiya, Sendai, Morioka and Shin-Aomori. We did try to board at Ueno until the ticketing agent told us otherwise.
Just looked at the schedule and you are right! There are only four Hayabusa trains a day that won’t make a stop at Ueno. And number 7 is one of them. I took this line quite frequently and I remembered always making a stop at Ueno, but apparently some trains skip the stop at Ueno now.
You can actually take a Shinkansen train from Ueno Station; all Hokkaido Shinkansen trains make a stop at Ueno.😉
I will never go to Japan so it’s great to travel with you again.
We're happy to share a taste of Japan. We hope you enjoy the upcoming videos, Santiago!
Can't believe you guys are doing such a similar schedule to the one I'll be doing in a couple of weeks. I'm going to be spending the night at Hakodate as I want to explore the city a bit and head up the mountain to catch the night view. Going to be in Sapporo for 3 days after that so I can't wait to see what you guys do there.
Nice! I hope the upcoming videos from Hakodate and Sapporo offer some helpful tips. Enjoy your upcoming trip!! 😊
@@samuelandaudrey Ha, I'm doing the opposite, going in April 25, hopefully, I won't be able to do your ferry trip, as Ill be going the opposite way. Thank you so much, your info is incredibly helpful. Definitely want to check out the wasabi farm.
Samuel I like your hair
Yes, he's going to a casting for a 3 Musketeers movie!
Ueno is also a Shinkansen station. I wonder if you guys could’ve caught it from Ueno instead.
That green train ought to be called el nari gon
😂😂😂
Why you guys went to Tokyo Station ?
All train stop at Ueno Station.
We thought so too, but apparently our train didn't. When we got to Ueno and showed our tickets, we were told to go over to Tokyo Station.
Tickets are for Tokyo (not Ueno) to Shin-Hakodate, and since it's Japan you can't catch the train from another station - even if you already paid for the longer journey 🤷♀️
hello Canadian!!
Thanks hasta mostrar felices de q estén nuevamente en tokyo y q muestren más videos queremos q bayan al parte Nara please pocos muestran a Japón como realmente es y solo hacen.pocos videos de sus ciudades.thanks.
Hola, tenemos videos de Nara de cuando visitamos 5 años atrás. Esta vez no vamos a pasar por ahí. Saludos!
"green" is business class
gran class is first class
correction, klook is not _the_ official JR Pass seller
I love Hokkaido best way now to save money fly or take bus to Aomori then ferry
ようこそ北日本へ❤
ありがとう！ 私たちは日本に来られて嬉しいです。😊
From the beginning,if I'm not wrong,you can get shinkansen straight from ueno to shinhakodate.Just FYI
We tried boarding at Ueno, but it turns out our train wasn't stopping there. We took the Hayabusa 7 Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and it only made 4 stops the whole way up to Hakodate.
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Dear Audrey and Sam, what a fantastic holiday trip!!! I have one important question: Are children (under ten years old) allowed on the Bullet Train? I would like to do "your trip" with my whole family!!!
Welcome to Hokkaido. There's not much to do here, but I hope you enjoy it!
As far as I know, we are the first foreign couple to come from Tokyo by Shinkansen!
Not first couple loads of couples now coming to Hokkaido getting very popular hope not to busy I love less tourists
九州に来て下さいね❤❤❤
日本一速く走る新幹線だけど、逆に新幹線で日本一遅く走る区間の有る新幹線でも有るよね❗🤭その区間とは住宅街を通る時と青函トンネルを走る時ですね‼️
この動画のUPの今日は１０月２２日です。北海道に行く人が半袖で驚きました。
新幹線のチケットから撮影が９月2日と分かりました。ずいぶん日数がたちましたね。
東京は９月下旬まで暑かったので、北海道も東京より少し涼しい程度で今年は気温が高かったと思います。
山でなければ、あと２～３週間くらいは半袖でも大丈夫でしょう。
ヌードビツには笑ったね。登別のことだった！
Question, doesn’t the Shinkansen stop at JR Ueno after leaving Tokyo Station? Meaning you could get it from Ueno? Or, I’m getting confused? Thanks for any clarification, love your channel👏
Most Shinkansen stop at Ueno, but not all do. We double checked the schedule with staff when we arrived at the station. This particular train only made 4 stops on the whole journey up to Hokkaido.
@@samuelandaudrey Ok, that clearly explains why you left from Tokyo JR Station. I so appreciate your reply and wonder if the Japanese Government would give you a position promoting this fascinating country. It’s because of people like you that were are visiting there in June, thanks again!
@@james7149 Thank you, James! That's very kind of you to say. I'm glad these videos helped inspire your trip to Japan. I'm sure you'll have a great time out there!!
Hi Samuel and Audrey, in regard to Klook and booking the Shinkansen. Does the Klook system have allocated tickets from JR East which in affect guarantees seats when they’re released by JR East one month before travel date? Or, is it the convenience of pre booking ahead with them and doing the simple QR code collection at the station as you showed. They mention a possibility that desired departure time can be changed by them due to availability? We’re trying to book a specific departure time but I’m not sure if that’s guaranteed using Klook? I hope you don’t mind my asking this question.
We have so appreciated your Japan series and it’s become an invaluable tool for our travel to Japan in June. Cheers👍
So you have two options with Klook: you can either book tickets from point A to point B at your desired time (that's what we did on the ride from Tokyo to Hakodate), or you can get a JR pass (we used the regional one to travel around Hokkaido). When we were using the pass, we found that sometimes there were no reserved seats available, but we managed to get seats in the unreserved carriage. You'll have to weigh your options depending on the time of year you're travelling and also consider how often you'll be catching trains to see if the pass is worth it.
@@samuelandaudrey Hi Guys, I’m impressed that given your number of subscribers, you can find the time to not only answer our question but then do so comprehensively. We’ll go ahead with a Klook A to B booking. Your Japan series continues to answer questions and has been so helpful. I hope one day you visit our country, Australia👍
I didn't know you could book Shinkansen tickets through Klook and just scan a QR code at the station to recieve tickets. I used the ticket machines to reserve our seats and its such a pain when booking with JR Pass. Not hard, just a pain and time consuming... especially when others are waiting to use the machines. I doubt I will ever buy a Japan Rail Pass again especially now that the price has gone up.
Yeah, it was super easy! We just booked everything online back in Canada and then picking up the tickets with the QR code was a breeze. Reserving seats on the machine was tricky just as you said - we had to get staff to help us through the process! 😅 With the latest price increase, one way tickets and regional passes are the way to go.
Are the barbers on strike in Japan? 😊
Yea, really! He looks so goofy!
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You were at Ueno Station at first.
There is also a Shinkansen platform at Ueno Station.
Why didn't you take the Shinkansen from Ueno Station?
Most trains do stop at Ueno, but not all of them do. Ours left from Tokyo Station and only made 4 stops the whole way up to Hakodate. We did check with the staff at Ueno before making our way over to Tokyo Station.
@@samuelandaudrey
Thank you for reply.
I see. That's what it was.
You really got on the fastest "Hayabusa".
東京駅から新幹線で５時間ぐらいですか？
秋田県まで行った時は４時間ぐらいでした。