Traveling by bullet train in Japan is one of the most efficient and convenient ways to get around. The Shinkansen known for its speed and reliability allows passengers to reach their destinations quickly while enjoying a smooth and comfortable ride.

Ticket Options

  Standard Car

  Green Car

Green Cars offer a little more comfort than standard cars and are the equivalent of first class travel in Japan. They have the convenience of extra luggage space a benefit not available in standard cars. Usually marked with a four-leaf clover Green Cars are easy to spot. The design of Green Cars focuses on providing privacy and a quiet atmosphere. This makes them ideal for passengers who want to work read or simply enjoy a peaceful journey.

Departure time Options

  Nozomi 1: Depart Shin Osaka at 8:20am and arrive at Hiroshima at 9:45am

  Nozomi 17: Depart Shin Osaka at 11:02am and arrive at Hiroshima at 12:27pm

  Nozomi 37: Depart Shin Osaka at 1pm and arrive at Hiroshima at 2:25pm

  Nozomi 41: Depart Shin Osaka at 5:02pm and arrive at Hiroshima at 6:27pm

Important information

 Please note the difference between reserved and non-reserved seats. Some carriages have non-reserved seats and the others have reserved seats. You can reserve seats on ticketing machines in JR stations.

 If your bag is no bigger than 160 cm you can store it in the luggage rack. You can bring two pieces of baggage on board for free of charge excluding small bags. Each piece should not exceed 30 kg. Passengers with larger baggage between 160 cm and 250 cm in total dimensions must reserve a seat in the oversized baggage area before boarding not included in the ticket. Items exceeding 250 cm in total dimensions are not allowed on the Shinkansen.

 It is advisable to refrain from using your mobile phone on the train except for the designated phone area on the Shinkansen. Keep it quiet and use headphones.