Shinkansens cover most major cities in the country and also arrives in the middle of big cities. There are also good means of transportation from these arrival stations. It is easy to purchase a ticket and can be bought on the day.
If you’re looking for a means of transportation that is most flexible for your intended long-distance travel, Shinkansen is the answer. Of course, we recommend purchasing reserved seats if you intend to travel this way. Considering you’re moving from the middle of one big city to the next, your total transportation time is significantly decreased. Pricing is, of course, a bit more expensive. However, the cars are very comfortable, and it is easy to secure tickets. And above all, the time table is very accurate.
In a sense, it may be said that this is a means of transportation where you can experience Japaneseness. The accuracy of the arrival and departure times gives this effect, but also the politeness of passengers when getting the ticket or getting on the train, and how much distance passengers put between each other. Please also pay attention to the surrounding stores and the vending machines in boarding areas.
Often times station buildings are attached to the train stop. These buildings also a sense of Japan in them, so do stop by!