: Used for travel north and east from Tokyo, including the Tohoku, Joetsu, and Hokuriku Shinkansen lines.
: A popular third-party travel agent for international tourists, useful if official sites reject your credit card. In Person (Best for Same-Day Travel)
Where to Buy Shinkansen Tickets: Online and Machines | Tokyo Cheapo
: The official English-friendly service for the Tokaido, Sanyo, and Kyushu lines (Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima, Fukuoka).
You can buy Shinkansen (bullet train) tickets through official online platforms, at station ticket machines, or in person at ticket offices.
: Look for machines with the "Shinkansen" or "Reserved Seat" symbol. Most have an English language option and accept both cash and credit cards.
