I’m Japanese and I use trains every day. I think this video is very well made. The editor must know Japan very well or must be a resident. Like the backpack part and the way you wait in line before getting on that may seem like nothing but is very important.
@YurijVolkov5 жыл бұрын
IC Card + Google Maps = amazing experience. Without modern technologies I don't know what would I do.
@tenavalenti5 жыл бұрын
Yurii Volkov Hello Yurii. When using Google Maps on your cell phone, how do you get service? I’m with Sprint in the USA.
@YurijVolkov5 жыл бұрын
@@tenavalenti Hello. If I understood correctly, you ask me how to get access to Internet? There are several ways: 1. Rent mobile Wi-Fi router (usually, Hotels provide it for free but you can rent it at the airport) or 2. Rent local SIM card (usually at the airport). You can read in more detailed here: rental.cdjapan.co.jp/
@tenavalenti5 жыл бұрын
Yurii Volkov Thank you!
@akiraono66775 жыл бұрын
If you understand japanese, try using yahoo maps as it is more precise in case the train is late or delayed 😊
@MsLashun5 жыл бұрын
Will a 7 day JR pass cover the local trains as well?? Or will I need an IC card too??
@nicolasgoldring71285 жыл бұрын
This is a country that, in some point in my life, I absolutely must visit. I mean, Japan is just... beautiful. The culture. The people. The music. The cuisine. The landscapes. The history. The language. This country may be thin in width, but it has so much beautiful things to offer. It is the jewel of the Pacific Ocean. One of the most beautiful countries on Earth. I absolutely dream of traveling to this fantastic place one day. Much love from the United States. 日本あなたはとても美しいです. あなたを愛してます. 🇯🇵🇺🇸
@yudaisakamoto53735 жыл бұрын
I don't understand English well... Anyway thanks!
@Finedeserthouses4 жыл бұрын
I hope you can visit Japan someday! 😊
@exoizlyfe60792 жыл бұрын
“The history” *crosses out the World War 2 events under fascism*
@mark9642 жыл бұрын
My dream is coming true after the impact of COVID. I am visiting in 2023 and staying with a Japanese family to learn a lot more about Japan
@macc22-y3r Жыл бұрын
@@yudaisakamoto5373 but you seems to me though
@gewglesux5 жыл бұрын
"Train etiquette" something the NYC animals need to learn. Thanks for posting this video.
@thelastcommander87655 жыл бұрын
@Xros Heart Federation Your train is shit anyway.
@waileonglum27385 жыл бұрын
And Malaysia.
@waileonglum27385 жыл бұрын
The Last Commander your comment is uncalled for.
@claireglory5 жыл бұрын
god bless indian train passengers. lol
@jeromejoz59355 жыл бұрын
@@thelastcommander8765 Am a local Filipino, and I agree 100%. We only have 3 train lines in an area densely populated with 12.8million. And just recently, one line exploded, destroying 3 stations and stopping the entire line.
@hiyovo56955 жыл бұрын
海外の方だけではなく、日本人にも再認識させてくれる素晴らしい動画だと思います。日本に向かう前日や飛行機の中でこの動画をみておけば十分なくらい情報がつまっています! Have a nice trip!!
@shenkyo6782 жыл бұрын
Aye sir!!
@EVL-xj5vc2 жыл бұрын
Great video! Just to share a tip, when you arrive at a new area and train station, it is always a good idea to check the train schedules and plan ahead. To make travelling efficient. Tokyo is huge, some further places like Disney / outlet shopping are accessible by normal trains that stop at every station and also rapid trains which run every hour and get you there faster.
@johnc24384 жыл бұрын
Traveled to Japan in October 2019; trains were great! Shinkansen to Hiroshima, back to Kyoto, and return to Tokyo. Trains and subways in Tokyo crowded but excellent. Narita Express comfortable and quick. Enoden local out of Kamakura "kawaii" and fun! Monorail to Haneda airport on last day, very enjoyable (bit sad at having to leave). Everything was easy to figure out, especially with the English available everywhere to guide "gaijin" like me (thank you for the graciousness, Japan). Wife and I will return as soon as travel bans are lifted. Wonderful train system run by a wonderful people: a model for the world. 😀
@mickeyathanasiou98915 жыл бұрын
5 trips to Japan, from North to South, I never had any worry about paying for the ticket. As it's simple, your MIND !!
@Jinxed11 Жыл бұрын
I have a trip this month and I'm so nervous about being lost. And yet I was fine navigating numerous times in NY without asking for help!
@luigidelco84435 жыл бұрын
After being in Japan four times, it was nice to recognize many stations like Ikebukuro, Shinjuku and Enoshima with just a glimpse. Right now I'm chilling at my hostal after a long day of walking and taking trains. Nice video
@tabido_ch2 жыл бұрын
きっぷの種類、列車の乗り方、利用方が詳しくわかりやすく説明されている
@Jaytea6715 жыл бұрын
This a very informative vid that I wished I saw before my Japan trip. Point 6 at 8:23 didn’t register with me until my third to the last day in Japan. I was sitting on the priority bench and then I looked directly across and finally saw the mother with infant and people with disabilities decal. If you’re on a long distance train you’re allowed to sit in chairs that are reserved until the passenger arrives from a later station. I kept mine clean and didn’t recline the seat. You can tell if a seat is reserved if the train has the reservation lights. Above the seats are lights and the legend is also there to guide you. I believe a yellow light means reserved but no passenger yet. Green means the seat is reserved and if you don’t see a body they’re probably in the restroom. If you don’t reserve a seat you could also be near a restroom standing or sitting. One particular long distance train I was on got so crowded near the restrooms that other pax started standing in the aisle right next to me and the fam. You hear everything and it can be a bit awkward especially if you snore. Not that I snore or anything. 🤥. Lastly I also just wanted to mention one thing if you’re checking out the country side. Things aren’t always on time in smaller towns in Japan. In the busy cities you can count on either getting on the wrong train if you get on one five minutes early or missing it entirely if you’re a minute late. However in the smaller towns near Mt. Fuji things are a little laid back and well delayed. We missed our train because the bus was more than twelve minutes late. It totally skipped a time slot and was several minutes late for its next time. I recommend being at your trains platform at least 45 minutes prior departure (in the smaller towns near Mt. Fuji). Hope this helps.
@moshimoshi.yusuke5 жыл бұрын
日本へようこそ welcome !
@sowgingchen21395 жыл бұрын
Came out just in time for my trip to Japan this weekend!
@japanguide5 жыл бұрын
Perfect! Have a good trip!
@nyonyopraia5 жыл бұрын
For the first timer maybe quite confusing, but after 3 or 4 times, you'll be chillin like resident. It's easy.
@jimharris56162 жыл бұрын
I was stationed in Japan while in the service 60 years ago. It was mostly paper tickets then. There was talk about a "rail pass card" but for getting around locally and into Tokyo the paper ticket was the way to go.
@ganesanr7365 ай бұрын
1963 you were in Japan. Bullet Trains started ?
@jimharris56165 ай бұрын
@@ganesanr736 As best I can remember the bullet trains started in 1964 a few months before the Olympics.
@ganesanr7365 ай бұрын
@@jimharris5616 Thank you - Very gald to hear.
@QZ8KRWLS11 ай бұрын
This should be required viewing for all tourist. It was a shock when the border reopened after COVID... Now I am enjoying them
@MillennialTravelConfessions5 жыл бұрын
Great guide, definitely will be handy for first timers 👌
@itsmemyselfandi11315 жыл бұрын
Japan technology are really awesome. I really admire working in there.
@doioz5 жыл бұрын
Most informative video on this topic by far.
@星流れてた5 жыл бұрын
日本の事を海外の動画で見るの好きだわ…日本ぽさがすごい出てる。
@yoimati5 жыл бұрын
very well made video! This is also a great guide when japanese people (we) explain what the train riding system like to foreign travelers in station.
@chilllajasih3 жыл бұрын
never been in japan but feels like im already a master in this. thank you for the insightful video!!
@japanguide3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@kiritivarkur93005 жыл бұрын
Me: I'm probably gonna never go to Japan in my lifetime. KZbin: wanna watch how to ride in a train in Japan? Me: *Yes*
@mayclark36593 жыл бұрын
I second that feeling my friend....
@SekoyaBarbee9 ай бұрын
You’ll be there soon
@kiramanana5 жыл бұрын
Hearing this video makes me so glad to have a train pass my whole life and a house in japan
@airzulu27334 жыл бұрын
Japanese trains are superb .efficient, well made and those who look after them and the passengers . Best I've used anywhere in the world .
@fearlessfoxfilms Жыл бұрын
These trains are awesome. I was on three in 2019.
@reighlee66515 жыл бұрын
the japanese railway system is both very amazing and very intimidating xD ahhahah
@exoizlyfe60792 жыл бұрын
5:02 That chart right there was all I needed lol
@DrBreyn Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! This video was a pleasure to watch
@japanguide Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for the nice comment!
@omelette4295 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I'll be visiting for my first time in a few days. Definitely feeling more confident now
@Mason586545 жыл бұрын
It’s always a wonderful day for a ride on the train.
@N真っ黄色3 жыл бұрын
Japan is useful to use the train. So,I often used it. Train companies in Japan are very kind for all passengers. I hope people who come from the warld to use train in Japan. You will be amazed trains network and covenience!
@AraigumaKostin5 жыл бұрын
Japan Rail pass = must buy for trip to Japan.
@rachelcookie3213 жыл бұрын
I’m going to japan in a few months for a one year high school abroad program. I’m going to go to a school in Okayama but want to hangout with friends who live in Kurashiki so I will likely need to take a train. I was really nervous but this video really helped. Thanks!
Thank you for this nice informative video. It gave me good confidence for my future visit to Japan ☺️
@fancytea50314 жыл бұрын
Thank u so much for this video also thank you to all the comments giving extra tips it's really helpful!
@ChucklePottery5 жыл бұрын
Japan:charge visitor lower so they can visit more places and spend more Paris:let's do the opposite
@gewglesux4 жыл бұрын
Ahhh but loveee Paris...
@Gencturk924 жыл бұрын
@@gewglesux nothing special about paris or UK or anywhere in europe
@gewglesux4 жыл бұрын
@@Gencturk92 I used to say the same thing until i discovered travel. Yeah, sure Europe has taken a tumble and now considered a mess. I look past that. I see OLD Architecture, Statues and things. I'm a Amateur Photographer and there's plenty to shoot there. I loves Asia too... Sadly, I've only been to the Major countries I still have time.
@Gencturk924 жыл бұрын
@@gewglesux go to calgary canada or south american countries or even china, better places
@gewglesux4 жыл бұрын
@@Gencturk92 I've never been to Calgary. Never been to South America... Been to china it's lovely there. Thanks for the tips though!
@syf271119825 жыл бұрын
Some trains are reserved seats only, especially limited express trains. One example is Narita Express.
@spicecrop4 жыл бұрын
I don't know why everyone always skips how to use the kiosks. That is literally one of the most important things to know to use.
@wanashthegash2 жыл бұрын
The backpack, and stepping on and off the train feels like common sense, something alot of people here in Sweden have none of, many people have there bags on the seats so that no one else can sit there.
@evenstarelectricrailway32815 жыл бұрын
If you try the prepaid IC Card option like I always do, be aware that, in case you buy it at day 1 and ask for it refunded at day last, there will be a service charge, and THEY WON'T EVEN BOTHER TELLING YOU ABOUT IT BEFORE PROCESSING.
@lucretiaruple31875 жыл бұрын
Evenstar Electric Railway How much does the card cost?
@NoctLightCloud5 жыл бұрын
I recommend the IC card, since otherwise you need to worry each time if you've bought the correct paper ticket. BUT I do have 3 questions: 1. Does the fare adjustment also include charging your IC card? 2. Can you sit on priority seats if there aren't any elderly people around? 3. Why do I see men in "women only" carts?
@newperson64185 жыл бұрын
I think that women-only carts are only for some time. For example, only the morning hours of commuting .
@mPDC-gh8jy5 жыл бұрын
A1 Nop. A2 Yep. A3 Because the rule be applied for a limited time. It's not for 24/7 even if "women only" indicated on the car.
@NoctLightCloud5 жыл бұрын
@@mPDC-gh8jy Thank you! But for A1, are you sure? I asked my Japanese friend today and she claims that you can recharge your IC card at those fare adjustment machines, at least in Kansai. I will go check it myself the next days :)
@mPDC-gh8jy5 жыл бұрын
@@NoctLightCloud Oh, sorry, I misunderstood your question. When you quit the ride with a paper ticket, I meant when you get off the train at a station before reached your original destination, "the change" doesn't return/charge back to your card even if you insert both the paper ticket and the card to the machine. Apart from this, I believe that the machine has the normal charging function tho. Your friends answer would be correct.
@NoctLightCloud5 жыл бұрын
@@mPDC-gh8jy Ah I see! Sorry, I think I didn't write my question clear enough. Thank you for taking your time to answer it :') 😃
@RealKingRishi10 ай бұрын
Trains in Japan look cool!
@Dreamtoeurope4 жыл бұрын
I m from bangladeshi, i will comeing soon . I follow your video , this is informative video
@ponyrang2 жыл бұрын
Wow, My best friend, Thank you for your hard work in making the video. I enjoyed the good video. Have a happy day.
@Hispandinavian3 жыл бұрын
I wish the US would have an efficient rail network nationwide, especially away from the coasts. We did prior to the 1950s, but the auto mobile industry squeezed it out. AMTRAK is fun for long haul site seeing, but rickety compared to Japan and Europe. I loved riding trains since I was a small child.
@GlennKinz Жыл бұрын
By any chance do you know what kind of backpack that is at 8:00? I really like it!
@japanguide Жыл бұрын
Hi! It's a Yoshida&Porter Rucksack. It looks like they are out of stock now unfortunately: www.yoshidakaban.com/en/product/101723.html
@sitaanstudio83925 жыл бұрын
I always used JR rail pass, because some rail so confuses. But this video can help more..Thanks
@TheCeleron4505 жыл бұрын
JR passes have their limits and can create interesting problems when you mix JR and Private rail lines on the same trip.
@levisniceguy4 жыл бұрын
The Japan railway is Modern and wery Big. I Like Japan. 💚🧡💜💙🇯🇵
@elderaarondavis13 жыл бұрын
Back in 2008, there was no smartphone for me. Nowadays I felt unbelievable that I was able to get around Hong Kong’s winding roads and confusing trains/buses network without any maps and phones! Today I don’t think I can do that no more being so dependent on google map
@ぽきちゃんねる-d7t3 жыл бұрын
I want Japanese people who are not accustomed to trains to see it. It's a very easy-to-understand video!
@alexa-pz8wk5 жыл бұрын
i used trains during my second trip to japan this november. it was so fun. once i even saw two little japanese boys in their brown school uniforms traveling by themselves.
@ryokophreak5 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for this. Going next month :)
@japanguide5 жыл бұрын
Have a good trip!
@ryokophreak5 жыл бұрын
@@japanguide Thanks. 4 days in Osaka, 4 in Kyoto and 7 in Tokyo. I will have a rail pass. :) Hope I don't get lost in Shinjuku station. Lol. Hear it's a complicated maze.
@glenn84525 жыл бұрын
@@ryokophreak There is more than 200 exits at Shinjuku station. Just ask the train station employee where the line you want is, he/she will point you in the right direction. I needed help getting to the Chou line back to Tokyo station. Wear comfortable shoes!
@ryokophreak5 жыл бұрын
@@glenn8452 thank you for the advice. Appreciate it :)
@glenn84525 жыл бұрын
@@ryokophreak Here is a short raw clip of Shinjuku station on a Sunday evening around 6pm last November (Looking for the Chou line) Tanoshimu! kzbin.info/www/bejne/d37bdYCnoZuVnas
@TokyoCityscape4 жыл бұрын
Great Video!! Easy to understand explanation!! ^^
@tomo_mix4 жыл бұрын
最初の富士山の美しさ!!❤️
@Thomas19804 жыл бұрын
Great Video!
@doncoleman49385 жыл бұрын
Japanese trains level of efficiency must be by far the best anywhere. The Tokyo network is incredibly easy to use and so cheap and clean.
@jamir26025 жыл бұрын
Very informative 👍
@feruzabdumurodov13113 жыл бұрын
Good day! Very informative and interesting video, I have a dream to visit Japan to acquire high knowledge about transportation. Can you offer any university that I can study there in such field?
@yu-ic4te5 жыл бұрын
Very informative video 👍
@Thomas19805 жыл бұрын
wow...very nice travel video... great !
@GammaRBLX3 жыл бұрын
I love japan
@imortalassasinn5 жыл бұрын
Going next month, Two people, do i need to get two IC cards for us or can i get one and swipe twice to pay? And are there any fees for getting or returning the IC card?
@japanguide5 жыл бұрын
You'll need one IC card per person. They cost 500 yen each. There is a refund if you return them before you leave
@nishinasuno5 жыл бұрын
SUICA and PASSMO cards can used at connivance stores and some vending machines to make purchases.
@ando11355 жыл бұрын
specific pro tip: if you are traveling to sapporo from shin-hakodate-hokuto station for say, sapporo snow festival season.....RESERVE A SEAT on the train ride from shin-hakodate to sapporo...i didnt, and had to stand...for 3 hours....
@lucretiaruple31875 жыл бұрын
Interesting I’m actually going to Japan for that same event. Do you reserve a seat when you show your JRpass?
@laminipathirana48734 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making a video like this.
@Grue35 жыл бұрын
You need to cover "one-man" operation trains where you pay directly to the driver and exit through the front door only. No IC cards obviously and no change!
@hrusheekkara1190 Жыл бұрын
I have recently moved to tokyo as a resident but I dont know which rail pass I should be using to commute to work everyday, from shinjuku to koto city. ? May know ?
@LordArioh5 жыл бұрын
I was concerned first time going to Japan if I get lost, with no internet, but everything was so intuitive, JR staff and locals very helpful, I got comfortable within a couple of hours. Still have problems finding right subway at Shinjuku, but that's due to I always use JRpass and avoid most of uncovered lines. If anyone is a bit scared, don't be, it's very easy.
@Itami955 жыл бұрын
Very useful.
@aureum_ Жыл бұрын
Is any specific one most convenient/ affordable for long distances?
@alexa-pz8wk5 жыл бұрын
5:55 two little schoolgirls going on public transportation by themselves. proves how japan trains young individuals to be independent and how safe/reliable their public transportation system is.
@richellerodriguez75675 жыл бұрын
Fyi. We downloaded suica eng app. And it was so convenient. Just add money electronically through apple pay. However, it will only download if you have iphone x. Not sure about samsung or other phones. We also bought JR pass for JR lines. We used Google Maps the whole entire time. We also asked information staff and they were helpful.
@lucretiaruple31875 жыл бұрын
Richelle Rodriguez So you didn’t need to get the card or you could reload it using Apple Pay and not have to go to a machine?
@MohsinShaikh-ih6mh3 жыл бұрын
Japan is the country which is A+in all the things love it Thank you sir for this video I'm going to shift after three years to Japan after completing my Japanese language study Thank you ❤️❤️
@groove2692 жыл бұрын
My family and I are thinking of going early April (3 young kids , wife and I ) . My wife is claustrophobic, will this be a problem? If so, what are my alternatives?
@johncmeyer58325 жыл бұрын
I took the trains every day that I was in Tokyo, including a day trip out to Kamakura. Very convenient.
@william7195 жыл бұрын
So John, I'm visiting Tokyo for my first time in late October for a couple of weeks. Any suggestions for a newbie that will most likely be totally lost trying to figure out the train system? Thank you!
@johncmeyer58325 жыл бұрын
@@william719 I recommend getting an English or a bilingual rail map of Tokyo. Each station has maps on the walls and each line has its own color, once you find the line you want just follow that colored line and the map will show where that line goes. The first time you look at one of those maps, it'll look like someone dropped a plate of multi-colored linguini on the floor but after a short period of time you will see the logic and be able to follow the maps. The stations in Tokyo will have the names of places in Japanese and English. If you need help at the station, ask an attendant. They'll guide you even if they don't speak English.
@william7195 жыл бұрын
@@johncmeyer5832 That linguini comment made me laugh. Thanks for the helpful info. I'll definitely take your advice on those maps. Take care and thanks so much for replying.
@Cliffdog019 ай бұрын
That was helpful, but the two types of trains not mentioned (and the hardest to find information on) are the private train lines (Keisei line or Choshi). JR Pass doesn't cover the Skyliner from Narita or the small local Choshi Denkitetsudo. Also, highlighting how to find Ticket vendors/machines that accept Credit/Debit Cards, as well as how to navigate clunky Japanese booking sites, would be helpful in a follow-up video.
@amandaquinlivan54435 жыл бұрын
I wish someone would cover the Izumo/Seto Sunrise train in detail, as I am struggling to get answers for things like luggage storage given its an overnight long distance train and other tips and tricks with it :(
hi, can I get your permission for your video? can I add this video clip to my project video posting it to our page for school purposes?
@sitisarahothman86294 жыл бұрын
Hi should i buy the jr pass for my trip im going to osaka - kyoto - tokyo In osaka im using 2 days osaka amazing pass Thinking to take bullet train to kyoto and tokyo
@jimmyboesono4078 Жыл бұрын
nice video, thanks
@animeloverXinuyasha5 жыл бұрын
I have a question which doesn't seem to well covered anywhere. Regarding the different train operators e.g. Tokyo metro, JR, how can you know who operates the train you're planning on taking. If I need to take several trains to reach my destination and want to stick to one operator as much as possible to keep the fare low, how do I go about planning the trip? I found the Tokyo metro map but can't seem to find the others or a clear explanation. And even if I'm travelling out of Tokyo, how do I know which buses or local trains will be covered by JR and which won't? I'd really appreciate if someone could clarify a bit ^ ^
@GeoFreak175 жыл бұрын
Use Hyperdia to plan your route. It has many options that allow you to select and unselect JR, private non-JR lines, and even the Nozomi/Mizuho Shinkansen, which is perfect for Japan Rail Pass users. The main difficulty might be that you have to enter the exact name of your origin and destination stations, which can be even trickier on the English site, since romanized names overlap more often than names written in kanji. You can first search for a route on Google Maps, then search again on Hyperdia once you know the stations. Japan-Guide.com, the operator of this channel, gives pretty detailed train directions for all of their destinations, listed on each page. They almost always say whether the Japan Rail Pass covers it, too. Hope that helps!
@LordArioh5 жыл бұрын
There's always a JR sign. And 95% or the trains are covered by JRpass, 99% of subways are not.
@petersjimmyboentardjo6663 Жыл бұрын
Hi there if we buy a JR Wide pass for 3 consecutive days, is it also valid for all train categories such as yamanote line etc? Arigatou
@japanguide Жыл бұрын
Yes, it covers all JR trains (and a few non-JR trains) in the coverage area, including the Yamanote Line. More details: www.japan-guide.com/e/e2361_06.html
@QuarioQuario543215 жыл бұрын
It can be useful to learn what models run on your line you you can see what your train will have
@迷迷鼠4 жыл бұрын
The train in thumbnail is the Kiha-110 Series. I saw them on Iiyama Line.
@きっきー-c6s5 жыл бұрын
welcome to Japan.
@danivenk5 жыл бұрын
Just to be clear, in the video you tell about 快速 having more stops than 急行 trains. But I can not find an example for this. From what I find it is actually the other way around with in order of more stops to less, 急行 than either 快速急行 or 快速. I just thought I'd tell you guys. I've looked at the line charts of 東武, 東急, 京成, 京急, 阪神, 阪急, 南海 and 近鉄
@gazel74245 жыл бұрын
Dani van Enk There is not a standard train category system, so it is different on different train companies
@star-tingwithmyintuition34638 ай бұрын
very helpful thank you!
@lucianoarrieta57862 ай бұрын
Is there a way to see how much does a particular round trip cost? A web or an app? Thank you
@japanguide2 ай бұрын
There are a variety of such sites. Some of the better ones are introduced here: www.japan-guide.com/e/e2323.html
@lucianoarrieta57862 ай бұрын
@@japanguide Thank you very much!😊
@yb97 Жыл бұрын
You can eat and drink in Shinkansen. They sell Bento box and beverages inside cars.
@limorrazon-kaye8974 жыл бұрын
Helo, If i buy jr pass I don’t need to buy ic card? Even in train in Tokyo? Thank you
@malamuger935 жыл бұрын
Is there some kind of app where you just enter your start, destination and desired time frame and it tells which routes are available, incl. times, delays, platforms and possibly even price? Even when I'm just in my area, it's great to have such an app (usually from DB) always ready in case my plans change or if my usual connection is cancelled. In a foreign country, I expect it to be even more handy.
@knife-wieldingspidergod50595 жыл бұрын
Google works fine in Japan.
@madarauchiha2115 жыл бұрын
Google maps works great
@PuPTooN5 жыл бұрын
NAVITIME works as well
@Infinitytacos Жыл бұрын
Are the train lines and stations in Japan similar to how it works in the U.S.? I hear stories about how people get lost or take the wrong trains sometimes in their trips to Japan. I'm used to taking the metra and Chicago L stations all the time. I'm planning for a future trip.
@sadpams1884 жыл бұрын
Does the jr rail pass cover, or can it use an ic card on a One Man driver train, for example on a local train on the Takayama line?
@thatonequietkid24534 жыл бұрын
Idk if this might be a dumb question but I’ll still ask, are there certain circumstances where you can use a JR pass where an IC card (or vice versa) would be better? Because in a future trip to Japan I was planning on getting both but if you can use an IC card at train stations then I’m wondering if there is a purpose to buying the rail pass
@delete_2314 жыл бұрын
IC card and paper ticket are usually costs a lot than JR passes when you travel long distances. IC card and paper tickets are normal fare. If you travel to many cities in Japan, it might be cheaper to use JR pass to look around(Sorry I've never used JR pass coz I'm living here). IC card is convenient when you change trains from JR to different companies. JR is JUST a company and In Tokyo there are 2 different companies of subway and 7 major private railway companies. So if you have an Suica IC card, you just touch the gate of the entrance and the exit, the fare will be automatically paid. Don't forget to charge money into the IC card beforehand.
@jmstransit4 жыл бұрын
IC card is relevant if you need to use private railways or subway lines for whatever reason. If the line doesnt include "JR" in the name, then JR rail pass will not be accepted (most cases). Be alert when it comes to names of service.
@heyking85832 жыл бұрын
Wait, so japan rail pass is free to use any jr train and any distance?
@青狐あお5 жыл бұрын
日本の鉄道は日本人でも迷うことがあるんです... Japanese railways sometimes get lost even for Japanese people ...
@青崩山峰5 жыл бұрын
英訳がおかしいよ get lost は迷う人を主語にとるから、Japanese people get lost が文の核になる Even Japanese people sometimes get lost when using Japanese trains.かな