How to join Shinkansen free WiFi?


How to join Shinkansen free WiFi?

Tokaido, Sanyo and Kyushu Shinkansen (in cabin)
  1. Prepare a device with Wi-Fi capability, such as a laptop PC, PDA or phone.
  2. Select "Shinkansen_Free_Wi-Fi" from the Wi-Fi list.
  3. Register your e-mail address or use your SNS account.


How early should you book Shinkansen?

Order shinkansen tickets at least 3 days in advance. You can buy either regular or green car (first-class) tickets. You can collect your shinkansen tickets in Tokyo or, more conveniently, have them delivered to your hotel anywhere in Japan for a small extra fee.


Is there a price difference between Nozomi and Hikari?

Differences in Fares For example, a reserved seat from Tokyo to Shin-Osaka on a Nozomi train costs 14, 450 yen, while the same seat on a Hikari or Kodama costs 14,140 yen. Please keep in mind that you might not be able to sit down when you buy a non-reserved seat ticket if the train is particularly crowded.


Is Nozomi the fastest Shinkansen?

The fastest train is Nozomi which reaches an operating speed of 300 km/h (185 mph).


Do I have to reserve Shinkansen?

There are no crowds on the intercity Shinkansen trains so free seats tend to be available. However, it is recommended to book a seat before boarding any train during the following peak seasons: April 27 to May 6. August 11-20.


Is there food on Shinkansen?

A gradually decreasing number of shinkansen trains are served by small food carts with a selection of snacks, drinks and boxed meals (bento) which periodically pass along the aisle. Free Wi-Fi is available on board of all shinkansen except on some older train sets in eastern Japan.


How do tourists get Internet in Japan?

WiFi (limited, but available) As a tourist, you can download the Japan Connected Free Wi-Fi app to find and connect with one of the 130,000 access points located at various airports, train stations and Japan's major sightseeing spots.


Is Hikari Shinkansen covered by JR Pass?

Hikari is the fastest train service on the Sanyo and Tokaido Shinkansen lines which is fully covered by the JR Pass.


What is the 160 rule on Shinkansen?

Baggage with overall dimensions of less than 160 cm You can put baggage whose overall dimensions are less than 160 cm (the same size as the baggage that can be carried for free in airplane holds) * on the overhead baggage rack of the Shinkansen.


Is Nozomi better than Hikari?

The Nozomi cannot be used using the JR Pass, and no there are no secret workarounds or upgrade paths available. That said, the difference between the Nozomi and the Hikari is negligible. For instance on the route Tokyo – Kyoto, the Hikari only takes 19 minutes more due to a couple extra stops along the way.


Is Shinkansen unlimited with JR Pass?

The Japan Rail Pass gives you access to JR train lines countrywide, with very few exceptions. With your pass, you can take unlimited rides on most shinkansen (bullet trains), as well as on rapid, express and local JR trains.


Can you sit anywhere on Shinkansen?

Some trains do not have non-reserved seats (all seats are reserved). There are no Green Cars on most “HIKARI” and “KODAMA” trains on the Sanyo Shinkansen Line (Shin-Osaka—Hakata), or on Series 800 trains on the Kyushu Shinkansen Line.