Tokyo–Kyoto Bullet Train Shinkansen Tickets [Official Partner]
Overview
Speed between Tokyo and Kyoto 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/)
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Highlights
- No fuss with timetables — we arrange seats closest to your preferred time
- Peace of mind — secure tickets before arriving in Japan
- Ride easy — no queuing to buy
- The ride of your life — enjoy true Japanese hospitality and comfort
- Race to adventure — tickets include the Nozomi super (limited) express service
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-Kyoto bullet train tickets (or Kyoto-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 Tokyo and Kyoto, 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