Tokyo–Niigata Bullet Train Shinkansen Tickets
Overview
Speed between Tokyo and Niigata with reserved Shinkansen bullet train tickets. Book online now to guarantee seats for a super-smooth journey on the Joetsu Shinkansen, for fewer stops and more fun! Going skiing on your Niigata trip? **Reserve rental gear and lift passes for Gala Yuzawa Ski Resort [here](https://experiences.travel.rakuten.com/experiences/25600?l-id=25957_overview)!** For other routes, see our [**Japan Shinkansen ticket page!**](https://experiences.travel.rakuten.com/pages/japan-shinkansen/)
Highlights
- No fuss with timetables — we arrange seats closest to your preferred time
- Peace of mind — secure tickets before arriving in Japan
- The ride of your life — enjoy true Japanese hospitality and comfort
- Ride easy — no queuing to buy
- Race to adventure — tickets include the Toki 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-Niigata bullet train tickets (or Niigata-to-Tokyo bullet train tickets), you’ll cruise along the Joetsu Shinkansen at incredible speed on a ride like no other. If your itinerary covers Tokyo and Niigata, book reserved 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 • To guarantee your seat, all our options include both the basic fare ticket and a super (limited) express reserved seat 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 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