The essential Shinkansen experience: Tokyo to Nagoya by Bullet Train

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

13:36 I made a bit of a faux pax (which I think is called a manaaihan in Japan) ... the moquette (flipdown) side of the footrest is for resting your feet on - socks only, no shoes allowed. Thank you to some of my Japanese viewers for pointing this out. 🙏

[@ryansofly]

My heart skipped a beat when I saw your video! Thanks for the memories. I left my ticket at the first gantry and got a bit confused when I got to the 2nd gantry. Thankfully one of the gantries was left opened so I just walked out. You would've seen that at the end of my video. I bought my ticket directly from the office at Shin Osaka Station the day before, which was convenient. Oh yeah, I took the Nozomi Express. Gosh I miss Japan!

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Ha! That was lucky! Yes, I can’t wait to go back! The Nozomi is definitely the way to do it if you don’t have to worry about a JR Pass.

[@melocitysolo9574]

The person who died in the accident at Mishima Station was not technically a passenger. It was a young man who tried to forcefully pry open a nearly closed door, got his fingers caught, was dragged, and fell onto the tracks. To date, there hasn’t been a single passenger fatality caused by derailments or collisions during train operations. This is incredible, especially considering that several major earthquakes have occurred since the line first opened.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Oh right … the sources I found didn’t make that clear. Thanks for explaining!

[@SAKURA_KIRAKIRA]

撮影しながら車内でお話しされている訪日観光客の動画を見かけますが、ちゃんと編集で解説の音声を重ねていて素晴らしいです！ こういう人に来て欲しいです！！

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Good to hear that.

[@annasutton8078]

I travelled on the Shinkansen in the 70s, between Tokyo and Kyoto. It was a great experience. We enjoyed trolly service with the bento boxes. Luckily we saw Mount Fuji too. Japan is so different, clean and well organised. Luckily we had a Japanese friend with us at the time so that was a plus when travelling.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Incredible it’s been serving Japan so efficiently for so long and yet many countries don’t have any high speed railways. Sounds like a wonderful memory!

[@i.love.pistachio.icecream]

that’s so interesting that they refer to trains as departing from Track [Number] rather than Platform [Number]! Now that I think about it, it actually makes more sense in a way, to refer to the train as departing from the track it’s on, rather than the platform us passengers meet it at! thanks for another excellent video Adam. always a joy.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you! Yes, it’s quite common to refer to track numbers in many parts of the world.

[@socks_cat356]

In the 1970s, the Joetsu Shinkansen had a dining car, and I have fond memories of eating curry rice there with my parents.On a different note, I went to Tokyo yesterday and took the Shinkansen back home. It was only a one-stop trip, so the ride took only 12 minutes. However, it would take 36 minutes on the local train.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

I love dining cars so that would have been brilliant.

[@emikomina]

Absolutely wonderful video, I especially like how you add trivia, facts, and other general information. Thanks for the video

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

I’m glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@TrainCycle]

Fantastic Adam...brought back wonderful memories of my visits to Japan...several decades ago. Happy New Year, Adam.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thanks so much! Happy New Year to you too!

[@allenzhang9900]

nice to see your new video today after I just woke up from my heart surgery few days ago in last year. Hope we all can have a better 2025.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Happy I could help. Hope your recovery is going well and best wishes for 2025!

[@Electrotract]

Great video. Last November i took a ltd express from Tomakomai to connect with the Hokkaido Shinkansen, which has Gran class onboard, epic trip . They add another set to the Train at Sendai. Im amazed at how close they run together at hi speed.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Oh nice - Gran Class is next level!

[@aprilhilliard3302]

What a nice gift for the end of the year! Your vids always put a smile on our faces. Hope you had a Merry Christmas and many blessings for a safe, healthy, and FUN 2025!!!

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Happy to help and glad to hear that. Thank you - yes I did and wishing you a great 2025 too!

[@nzmu01]

Thanks!

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank YOU!

[@gregbowen617]

Awesome stuff Adam - great video on what is one of the most iconic of Japanese achievements. They do it so well and with style to boot! Cheers...

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you Greg. Yes, it's so impressive ... I just wish we had such trains in Australia!

[@MrIengsok]

Love Japan from Cambodia.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Cheers! ✌️

[@samfordboy]

Each time I watch your videos they kind of run out too quick then I'm eagerly waiting the next. Adam you are so professional. and interesting with it. Many thanks and a happy new year to you and your family.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Ha - sorry about that! 😝 Thank you for your kind words. Happy New Year to you too!

[@fv1291]

I've only ridden on the ICE, AVE, and TGV. Japan is on my bucket list. 😊

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Those are all great trains but yeah, the Shinkansen is a must do.

[@fv1291]

​@@FromtheWindowSeatFor now I'm stuck with Amtrak. 😟

[@xr6lad]

Thank you. Enjoyable video. Agree with you on the food aspect on trains.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you! Yes, I'll never get bored of eating on a train.

[@davidwhite3337]

I thoroughly enjoyed the ride with you , Adam. Looking forward to the next Aussie adventure. Happy new Year to you, your family, friends & subs

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Great to heart that - thanks David! Happy New Year to you and your loved ones too!

[@Bodneyblue]

I myself have traveled on the Shinkansen (from UK) in Jan 2023. I traveled from Tokyo to Kagoshima (single trip). Then rode it back but stopping at my visited locations. Kagoshima obviously, Kumamoto, Hiroshima, Kyoto and Tokyo...I returned to Japan in late Nov and rode the E353 Limited Express from Tokyo to Hinohara Station in Yamanashi...Also riding from Tokyo to Inada in Ibaraki...I did visit the Kyoto Rail Museum.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Sounds wonderful! Cheers!

[@user-qw6cv4yp6h]

フットレストは 表が靴を履いたまま用で 裏が靴を脱いで使う用 ですよ

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

I didn't know that - thank you for explaining! 🙏

[@user-qw6cv4yp6h]

どういたしまして！ とても日本の新幹線のことについて知ってもらっていて日本人として嬉しいです！

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

@@user-qw6cv4yp6h とてもうらやましいです。日本には素晴らしい鉄道がありますね。

[@user-qw6cv4yp6h]

@@FromtheWindowSeat ぜひ東海道新幹線だけではなく、他の新幹線路線にも乗ってみてください！

[@user-qw6cv4yp6h]

@@FromtheWindowSeat あと数年したらリニア新幹線が開業する予定なので開業したらぜひ日本に乗りに来てください！！

[@leonwakefield7285]

Epic episode Adam,your videogralhy gets better and better. Looking forward to your next post. Have a safe and happy new year, Cheers 😊😊.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thanks Leon. Will do … same to you! 😊

[@EliotRecords]

Your blending of music and quiet noise from the train is really nice

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

I'm glad it came across well. ☺

[@manierlinge7392]

I traveled from Tokyo to Nagoya on the shinkansen when i went to japan and it was defiantly an experience

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Nice!

[@jaikalvani]

Another great video Adam. I can see a lot of effort has gone into creating this video. I hope to see many more videos from you. So informative, so delightful . Happy New Year Greetings from Bangalore, India

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you so much! Happy New Year to you too!

[@richardcaldwell9160]

Another fine review Adam. You certainly need your wits about you down in the depths of Tokyo. Happy New Year & I look forward to more of your "Pearls of Wisdom" in 2025 x

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thanks so much Richard! Happy New Year to you too!

[@nzmu01]

Amazing as always. I wish New Zealand would get on board and put some effort into more long distance passenger trains. In the meantime though, I will voyage virtually alongside you. Thanks Adam and looking forward to the next Australian trip.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thanks so much! I wish we had more long distance trains in Australia too.

[@gazman420]

Brilliant video, I’m so happy I found your channel I’ve liked and subscribed and really looking forward to catching up on past videos

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you! Welcome aboard!

[@larryingle9966]

Great video Adam! Well done. Nice attention to detail and a great guide for beginners to high speed rail travel in Japan. That museum looks like a must and great fun. I notice you did not disclose to viewers whether you qualified as a competent train conductor or not 🤔

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Hi Larry. Thank you! To be honest, it was harder than I expected ... but I think I passed ... just!

[@TSFTransport]

Great video and very informative! Definitely want to visit Japan and ride on the Shinkansen some day. 😄

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Glad you enjoyed it! You won't regret visiting Japan (except for the fact you'll want to return!).

[@EntertainmentWorldz]

great video ❤❤😍😍

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you! 🙏

[@hohokekyo]

Although the timetable on the station platform is displayed in minutes, the diagrams held by the train crew are actually managed in 15-second increments. This could cause you to think your train departed or arrived 15 to 45 seconds late. By the way, the annual average delay time for Shinkansen trains is less than 20 seconds.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

15-second increments. Remarkable. Cheers!

[@Wheels_Paws]

Great improvement of audio/narration, editing and pace.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you!

[@osampoandnews]

When going to Hakone from Tokyo, there is a way to take the Shinkansen to Odawara Station, but I prefer to take the Odakyu Romance Car from Shinjuku Station. Next time you come to Japan, give it a try.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

I agree! And that’s what I did … I even have a video about it. 😁 kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJrFmIR3pNGnhNksi=4lXyEpNm5CYw5nUp

[@Amateras358-YaHWeH]

In Green Cars, you need to be polite when resting your feet on the footrest. The footrest has a front and back, and you need to take off your shoes on the moquette side. If you want to keep your shoes on, use the opposite side, which has no moquette. This is an absolute rule. Because, you know, if you unknowingly put your shoes on the moquette side and make it dirty, and someone else takes off their shoes and rests their feet on the moquette, then that person, along with their socks, will also become dirty. It's an obvious rule. グリーン車で、フットレストに足を乗せるにはマナーが必要です。 フットレストは、表裏があり、モケット側は靴を脱ぐ必要があります。 靴のままなら、その逆のモケットの無い面を使ってください。 絶対のルールです。 何故なら、分かりますよね、靴を脱いだモケットを汚されては靴下を含めて不潔になります。 以上

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thanks. I didn’t know this until someone else mentioned it in the comments. I’m not sure how it is obvious… didn’t see any signs explaining this. 🤷‍♂️

[@HugoBrown]

What a great way to end my 2024 watching Adam riding the famous Shinkansen and yes tokyo station is cray cray to get around , I only went there couple times when we went out to Disneyland, I took Shinkansen from Shinakawa. It was really confusing to my mind cause Air travel in Japan to most cities is mega cheap vers Shinkansen ticket. But of course I chose the train because I felt like its a must thing to do. As always adam the additional information always informative eg. the changes to door because of death. I also love that its and Aussie voice doing the annoucements haha

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thanks so much Hugo. Happy New Year to you!

[@HugoBrown]

@@FromtheWindowSeat Wishing you happpiness and good health,well being in the year ahead handsome!!

[@benbowles1014]

Very informative, Adam. Thanks, mate…👍

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Cheers! Happy you enjoyed it.

[@NH19-cafein]

13:21 三島駅の事故の原因は、乗客の駆け込み乗車なので、発車ベルが鳴る前に列車へ乗った方が良いです。 17:05 喫煙ルームが無くなった代わりに一部のN700Sの中でも新しい編成に時間予約製の会議室があります。 17:21 16両編成の新幹線で7号車は、普通席の中でも特別なSwork車両で客室中央の3列席の真ん中の席がない代わりに簡易パーテーションと前後に動く背面テーブル付いていて、ちょっと特別な席です。

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you … that’s really useful to know! Arigatō! 🙏

[@benjaminharrisongray9079]

Great and informative video.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you!

[@MB120478]

There is NO WAY Donna Burke is 60 years old! If I am wrong, Happy 60th Donna!

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Yes, it's hard to believe!

[@maccomplex]

I've been to japan 4 times and never knew about the foot pedal for the foot rest!

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

I can’t wait to go back! 😊

[@geoffreyrichardson8738]

You should send this vid to the minister of transport (Australian of course)

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Yes, if only we had trains like this in Australia!

[@moestrei]

Haha......

[@NUBS-FBS-1014]

新幹線の英語版車内アナウンスの声はDonna Burkeというオーストラリア人女性声優です。

[@Makdaddy53-d6h]

Keep it up Adam. If you run low on ideas redo older stuff with a slight twist. We will watch it. Thanks for all your efforts.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you! Good to know!

[@jacquihughes6172]

very kool happy new years

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you! And to you!

[@cjnetworld]

Loved the video Adam. Hope you had a lovely Christmas and your new year got off to a good start. BTW, you on Bluesky?

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thanks so much! I did … hope you did too. I have an account but haven’t actually used it. 😝

[@cjnetworld]

@ thanks Adam, it went quickly… which is just the way I like it. 😉 Found you on 🦋 not sure why I didn’t think to look for your YT handle. Just searched by name 🤦🏻‍♂️ Have a great weekend Adam.

[@EliotRecords]

Great video :)

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you! :)

[@okhan]

東海道新幹線は開業が古いからトンネルが少なくて景色が楽しめる

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Cheers!

[@AdmiralVolca]

It's truly moving to see the woman behind the Shinkansen announcements.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Yes, she’s great. 😊

[@kenken1550]

京都鉄道博物館　２Ｆエントランス　運が良ければ　新幹線　在来線　蒸気機関車が同時に見られます😊

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Yes, I went there. Loved it! 😍

[@rekuku-s6j]

I am Japanese, but I am also interested in Spain's AVE high-speed train. The total length is slightly longer than the Shinkansen and the vehicle technology is extremely advanced.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Yes, AVE trains are impressive. Definitely need to make a video about them one day.

[@ontheroadwithjohn]

Good job. I hope the bloke at the back doesn't have to have his head out the window holding his hat the whole trip......lol Interesting they got an aussie to do the announcements.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Cheers! Ha ... no, that's only for departing and arriving at stations.

[@outdoorsummiteer399]

I've just booked my solo trip to japan . Did you use google Maps for the trains and platform? If so, how did u find it ? Looks daunting lol

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Exciting! Yes, Google Maps is excellent for trip planning. In addition, there’s excellent digital displays in every station.

[@outdoorsummiteer399]

@FromtheWindowSeat that's great that pal thanks

[@kenoathiog1156]

Love the video, Adam!! I am so keen to go to Japan- particularly the wood craft/ art region in Hakone- as I am a collector & lover of Japanese karakuri style puzzle boxes. (I think you were in this region in a previous video). I am perplexed by the external facade of that origin train station … that definitely does not look like Japanese architecture!!?? Considering it was constructed in early 1900s, I am curious about the designer & their influences! It definitely looks European.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you! Yes, I went to Hakone in an earlier video. That part of Tokyo Station dates from 1914 and is called the Marunouchi Building. It’s built in a Western style. You can read more about it here: www.ejrcf.or.jp/jrtr/jrtr61/6_15.html#:~:text=Tokyo%20Station%20Marunouchi%20Building%20was,(1912-26)%20periods.

[@lukeyoung4635]

Tokyo train station looks like a maze of platforms

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Yes, it's a bit of a maze!

[@lukeyoung4635]

@@FromtheWindowSeatthe only plane could reach japan and fly back to base was the b29 SuperFortress also Tokyo was the target of the Doolittle raid during ww2 also you if you watch the movie Pearl Harbour or battle 360 it explains this about the movie midway as well and the story about USS Enterprise CV/CVN-6

[@nao-yh5yn]

If the Linear Motor Car opens, would you choose the Shinkansen or the Linear Motor Car? I am a little curious. Time or scenery + train station?lol

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

I think I’d stick to the Shinkansen. Although I definitely went to try the maglev when it’s operating.

[@doomybear7389]

5⭐Video

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you!

[@SAKURA_KIRAKIRA]

安くて美味しいご飯を食べたいならご飯系のチェーン店もおすすめです。 吉野家(Yoshinoya) すき家(Sukiya) 松屋(Matsuya) かつや(Katsuya) てんや(Tenya) 日高屋(Hidakaya) 大戸屋(Ohtoya)←おすすめ 1,000円位で質の良い定食が食べられますよ😊

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Sounds good - thank you!

[@sab00001]

Finally I found Mount Fuji !!! 28:15

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Ha! 🏔️

[@PS-ow1un]

電車内で静かに撮影していただきありがとうございます。 たまに大きな声でKZbinを撮影する旅行客KZbinrにうんざりしています。 リスペクトをありがとう。 旅行を楽しんで😊

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you! I always try to be respectful and unobtrusive. Everyone should be able yum enjoy their journey in peace. 😊

[@alexking8610]

Excellent as usual . I have been to Japan 4 times and never got to travel on a Shinkansen , idiot ! Always was so keen to hit the slopes in Hokkaido , which is the best skiing I have ever had and have skied a lot . Spent a bit of time in Tokyo and the subways there are fantastic and so easy to use . The first time I went down the stairs at Shinjuku station I thought I may never find my way out again but it's all so organized and easy . Love Japan and what about the food !!!

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Yes, it’s wonderfully organised and efficient, as you say. Very keen to return and hopefully visit Hokkaido next time. 😊

[@Xiao_PP]

Done this trip loved it . 10000% recomend going to the train museum such fun great if you have kids also as its next to lego land

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Nice! Ah yes, I missed Lego land.

[@HhhMmm-f8g]

13:36 shoes are OK 13:40 no shoes on that side Pl remember for the next time

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you! Noted!

[@RussellJamesStevens]

Nice to see a country with only mainly indigenous people...much the same here in the Philippines.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

There were lots of tourists in Tokyo … it’s just that the number of locals dwarfs them by comparison.

[@ringo7561]

Do they serve beer on the train with green pass?

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

I’m not sure but I think it’s likely they do. Otherwise you can buy beer from the station kiosks!

[@Lilja2022]

Sorry to Interrupt. Please Turn off the auto dubbing feature. I hope you can get that sorted oh and also Happy New Year. This is a Very interesting Video. I always want to visit Japan.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you! I'll see what I can do but you should be able to switch them off on your end too by changing the audio language. support.google.com/youtube/answer/13339776

[@Lilja2022]

​@@FromtheWindowSeat I tried to do that but it still does it. You have to turn them off on your Channel...

[@RainbowGodX725]

day 1 of asking from the windows seat to post southern cross to sydney central station

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

On the XPT overnight?

[@plat1971]

I wonder when Australia will introduce Bullet train between SYD and MEL which has been discussed over decades.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

We can only wish. 🙏

[@plat1971]

@@FromtheWindowSeat I guess there are some complexity of political interests such as aviation industry, local politicians and environmentalists.

[@moestrei]

Haha......

[@ringo7561]

Does a Japan green pass cover this train?

[@ringo7561]

I think you answered my question...you can't go on the trains with the rail pass with no reservation like places in Europe? Like Germany? And sit where you want?

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

If you have a JR Pass for the Green Car you can go on almost any JR train but the unreserved cars are ordinary cars (standard class). To use the green car, you’ll need a seat reservation but you can do this for free using a ticket machine at the station … it only takes a few minutes, so I was literally able to look at which Shinkansen is departing soon and make a seat reset there and then.

[@しらすぅ-c3w]

13:40 The footrests on the outside, which have the same pattern as the carpet on the floor, should be used with shoes on, while those on the inside, which have the same pattern as the seat, should be used with shoes off and socks or bare feet. Please do not wear shoes in areas where shoes are removed. Thank you very much.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you. Yes, i was unaware of this rule until other people explained it in the comments.

[@上野浩志-x2n]

グリーン車の足置くステップは、モケットになってる所は基本、土足禁止……靴脱いでくつろいでください！

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you! I didn’t know that until people explained in the comments.

[@marti_in_tx]

You make it look not easy, but

[@marti_in_tx]

We know it is not!! Loved the glimpses at the museums. Thanks again.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Great to hear - thank you!

[@Lee-in-oz]

And here in Australia our trains can't get above 120 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Well technically a few get to 160km/h, but clearly no comparison to the Shinkansen.

[@TassieEV]

I'll be in Japan in a month and didn't get a JR Pass as it wasn't worthwhile for a single trip to Kyoto and back. I've used Klook and got economy with reserved seating(blue car). This is my biggest worry is getting lost and missing my Shinkansen particularly as it's the same day as we fly in to Haneda. Unsure if we'll need an Ekiben or not being as just got off our international flight from Australia and mid-morning. Just need to figure out how to get my tickets as I bought mine via Klook.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

I’m sure you’ll be fine. There’s excellent signage and the staff are very helpful if you need assistance. Everything runs like clockwork.

[@chappo91rulz]

She Australian I saw a news report on Today on Ch9

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Oh nice!

[@ぽんでこ-m5i]

新幹線新幹線うるせ～ 新幹線なんて普通です。 新幹線作ったら？

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Is this a Shinkansen poem? 🤔

[@ぽんでこ-m5i]

今頃新幹線で騒いでおかしいんじゃない？60年前からあります。

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

That may be the case if you live in Japan or a country with high speed rail but if you come from a car-centric country such as Australia, then the Shinkansen is a revelation.