Tokyo–Shin-Osaka Bullet Train Shinkansen Tickets [Official Partner]
Overview
Speed between Tokyo and Osaka with Shinkansen bullet train tickets. Book online now to guarantee seats for a super-smooth journey on the Tokaido Shinkansen, for fewer stops and more fun! To check other routes and bullet train prices, see our [**Japan Shinkansen ticket page!**](https://experiences.travel.rakuten.com/pages/japan-shinkansen/) ★ **Before you zip off to Osaka, make sure to book in advance for your [Universal Studios Japan ticket](https://experiences.travel.rakuten.com/experiences/22108?l-id=24129_overview) and [get an Express Pass](https://experiences.travel.rakuten.com/experiences/25726?l-id=24129_overview) too!**
Highlights
- Ride easy — no queuing to buy
- The ride of your life — enjoy true Japanese hospitality and comfort
- No fuss with timetables — we arrange seats closest to your preferred time
- Race to adventure — tickets include the Nozomi super (limited) express service
- Peace of mind — secure tickets before arriving in Japan
Description
Japan's Shinkansen bullet train network is world-famous, offering fantastic speed and superb comfort. Ideal for long-distance journeys, the Shinkansen eats up the miles for easy inter-city travel across Japan. With Tokyo-to-Shin-Osaka bullet train tickets (or Shin-Osaka-to-Tokyo bullet train tickets), you’ll cruise along the Tokaido Shinkansen at incredible speed on a ride like no other. If your itinerary covers Osaka (Shin-Osaka Station) and Tokyo, book bullet train tickets now, so nothing gets in the way of your perfect Japan adventure! **About Fares** • A basic fare ticket is required for all train travel in Japan • Travel on the Shinkansen requires a supplemental super (limited) express ticket
How it works
Passenger Ages: • Adult: ages 12+ (12-year-olds still in elementary school count as “Child”) • Child: ages 6–11 (6-year-olds who have not entered elementary school count as “Infant”) • Infant: ages 1–5 years • Baby: less than 1 year old Fares for children, infants, and babies: • The Child basic fare, limited express, express, and reserved or non-reserved seat tickets are half the adult price (5 yen is rounded down) • Infants and Babies require no fare except: 1: When the number of Infants accompanying 1 adult or child is 3 or more (fares and charges are required for the third and any additional Infants) 2: When an Infant or Baby uses a reserved seat 3: When an Infant travels alone