How do I get from Tokyo to Shinjuku?
How do I get from Tokyo to Shinjuku? The quickest way to get from Tokyo to Shinjuku is to taxi which costs ¥4300 - ¥5500 and takes 7 min. Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Shinjuku? Yes, there is a direct bus departing from ????? and arriving at ???. Services depart hourly, and operate every day.
Do you need reservation for Japan bullet train?
You can make reservations right up to train departures, although during national holidays such as Golden Week, Obon or New Year, 3-4 days in advance is necessary. If you are in a large party and want to sit together, I recommend reserving seats for your journeys at the beginning of your stay.
How to get Shinjuku from Tokyo Station?
Tokyo station >(Chuo-line) > Shinjuku You take a Chuo-line train with orange stripe to go to Shinjuku from Platform 1 or 2. Tokyo station is the start point of the Chuo-line train bounding for Shinjuku, Ochanomizu, Tachikawa etc. Almost Chuo-line trains stop at Shinjuku. The train departs every few minutes.
Can I use JR Pass from Tokyo Station to Shinjuku Station?
Taking any train on the Yamanote line is fully included in the JR Pass. Furthermore, this is the only line that connects all of Tokyo's most famous central stations such as Shibuya, Shinjuku, Ikebukuro, Ueno and Tokyo Station.
Is Shinjuku or Shibuya better to stay?
Both places are fun. Shibuya trends a bit younger, but Shinjuku is equally happening at night. Note that you have more hotel choices (including generally cheaper ones) at Shinjuku compared to Shibuya.
Why is Shinjuku famous?
Shinjuku Station, meanwhile, is widely believed to be the world's busiest train station. Literally millions of people pass through the station daily. Thanks to the red-light district, Kabukicho, Shinjuku is known for ~sexy~ nightlife, hostess and host clubs, and love hotels.
Is it ok to stay in Shinjuku?
Yes it is safe (the same as most of Japan). There are really no really no go areas, even red light areas of Kabukicho in Shinjuku have tons of tourist visiting nowadays, crime towards visitors are low, the only real way you get into trouble is if you are looking for trouble yourself.
When should I avoid Shinjuku Station?
How crowded are regular trains in Tokyo when it's not rush hour? The morning rush between 7 AM and 9 AM is the worst, if you can avoid those times the trains are just fine, you might even get a seat. The evening is nowhere near as bad since people get off work at different times.
Does JR Pass cover Shinkansen?
The JR Pass is valid on all Shinkansen services in all the Shinkansen lines, except for the Nozomi and Mizuho services on the Tokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen lines. You will not have access to the trains with the fewest stops on the Tokaido and Sanyo lines.
Where to avoid staying in Tokyo?
The areas with the largest number of crime incidents, namely Shinjuku, Setagaya, and Edogawa, are also areas with a comparatively high population. Likewise, few people live in the low-crime areas of Bunkyo, Meguro, and Arakawa.
What is the difference between JR pass and Suica card?
No visitor to Tokyo should be without a Suica card and no visitor to Japan should be without a JR Pass. The Suica card is convenient for intercity trains and buses while the JR Pass saves you time and money when traveling through the country. Here are the deets.
Where to avoid in Shinjuku?
There are really no really no go areas, even red light areas of Kabukicho in Shinjuku have tons of tourist visiting nowadays, crime towards visitors are low, the only real way you get into trouble is if you are looking for trouble yourself.
Does JR Pass cover Tokyo to Mount Fuji?
Tokyo to Fuji Five Lakes Take the JR Chuo Line from Shinjuku Station (Tokyo) to Otsuki Station (Azusa trains, covered by the JR Pass). Once at Otsuki, take Fujikyu Railway to Kawaguchiko Station (not covered by the JR Pass).
Is Shinjuku line covered by JR Pass?
With the Japan Rail Pass, you can ride on all JR trains, including the Shinjuku Line, without paying additional fares.
How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Shinjuku?
From Tokyo Station: 14 minutes on the JR Chuo Line Rapid to Shinjuku Station.
Does bullet train stop at Shinjuku Station?
While Japan's famous Shinkansen bullet trains, which link the capital with Kyoto and other cities, do not stop at Shinjuku, cross-city trains can get you to Shinkansen at Ueno, Tokyo and Shinagawa stations.
Should I buy JR Pass before going to Japan?
If you calculate that your travel costs will be lower if you buy individual tickets for each journey, then it's not worth buying a JR Pass. However, if you take into account journeys on Shinkansen high-speed trains or other means of transport, the savings you make become substantial.
Is it cheaper to buy JR Pass in Japan or online?
For a limited time only, you can buy a Japan Rail Pass from certain train stations and airports in Japan. Travelers should be aware it is more expensive to buy a JR Pass in Japan than to purchase the pass online.