Shinkansen Guide: Everything You Need to Know About Japan's Superfast Bullet Trains

Описание: Wondering whether the Shinkansen (that’s the bullet train) might be the best way to get from one part of Japan to another? This is a comprehensive guide to taking some of the fastest trains in the world, from speeds to seat reservations, luggage and the Japan rail passes.

Useful links mentioned in this article
★ Where to buy your Japan Rail Pass:
https://tokyocheapo.com/travel/which-...
★ Understanding the new Shinkansen Luggage Rules: https://tokyocheapo.com/travel/transp...

0:00 Shinkansen guide
0:34 Why take the shinkansen?
1:06 Japan Rail Pass
2:31 Japan Regional Rail Passes
3:08 Buying shinkansen tickets
4:35 Shinkansen luggage rules
6:16 How to take the shinkansen

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Intro sequence by the most talented Peter Laugesen

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