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06:00
Last train
22:30
Travel duration
13m
Daily departures
67
Departure station
Osaka
Changes
direct
Arrival station
Kyoto
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from $9
Fastest trip
13m
Longest trip
27m
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Major JR East city links
JR East connects Tokyo with many of the busiest destinations in eastern Japan. The Tohoku Shinkansen links Tokyo Station and Ueno Station with Sendai, Morioka, and Shin-Aomori, with through services to Akita on the Akita Shinkansen and Yamagata on the Yamagata Shinkansen.
The Joetsu Shinkansen is the main JR East route from Tokyo to Echigo-Yuzawa and Niigata. The Hokuriku Shinkansen eastern section connects Tokyo with Nagano and Joetsu-Myoko. Narita Express serves airport travel between Narita Airport and major stations such as Tokyo, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Shinagawa, and Yokohama. Selected Limited Express trains also link Shinjuku with Matsumoto and Tokyo with the Izu area.
Travel from Osaka to Kyoto by train and visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kiyomizu-dera, and the historic Gion district near Kyoto Station
Frequency
67 times per day
Popular Trains
Osaka
Japan
13m
Kyoto
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Nagano by limited express or Shinkansen connections and visit Zenko-ji Temple or the Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
Tokyo
Japan
1h 33m
Nagano
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Kanazawa by Hokuriku Shinkansen and visit Kenrokuen Garden, Kanazawa Castle, and the Higashi Chaya district
Tokyo
Japan
2h 46m
Kanazawa
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Narita by Narita Express or rapid airport train to reach Narita Airport Terminal 1, Naritasan Shinshoji Temple, and the nearby historic Naritasan Omotesando street
Frequency
39 times per day
Popular Trains
Tokyo
Japan
56m
Narita
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Yokohama by local and rapid trains and visit Minato Mirai, Cup Noodles Museum, and the Chinatown district
Frequency
82 times per day
Popular Trains
Tokyo
Japan
19m
Yokohama
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Sendai by Tohoku Shinkansen and visit Sendai Castle, Zuihoden Mausoleum, and the riverside shopping arcades
Tokyo
Japan
1h 45m
Sendai
Japan
Travel from Hachinohe to Tokyo by Shinkansen to explore the historic Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa or visit the Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden.
Frequency
13 times per day
Popular Trains
Hachinohe
Japan
2h 53m
Tokyo
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Aomori by Shinkansen and explore the Nebuta Museum Wa Rasse or enjoy fresh seafood at the Aomori Gyozai Center.
Frequency
17 times per day
Popular Trains
Tokyo
Japan
3h 14m
Aomori
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Karuizawa by Shinkansen and visit the Shiraito Falls or explore the historic Kyu-Karuizawa Ginza Dori shopping street.
Tokyo
Japan
1h 8m
Karuizawa
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Hokuto by Limited Express Azusa and visit the Suntory Hakushu Distillery or enjoy the mountain views of the Minami Alps.
Frequency
8 times per day
Popular Trains
Tokyo
Japan
4h 13m
Hokuto
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Mishima by Shinkansen and visit Mishima Skywalk or use the city as a base to access the Hakone area and Mount Fuji views.
Frequency
7 times per day
Popular Trains
Tokyo
Japan
50m
Mishima
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Iiyama by Shinkansen to access the Madarao Mountain Resort or explore the traditional temples and snow festivals of Iiyama City.
Frequency
9 times per day
Popular Trains
Tokyo
Japan
1h 47m
Iiyama
Japan
Travel from Narita to Shinjuku by Narita Express and explore the Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden or the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building views.
Frequency
19 times per day
Popular Trains
Narita
Japan
1h 23m
Shinjuku
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Utsunomiya by Shinkansen to taste famous gyoza dumplings or access the historic shrines and temples of nearby Nikko.
Tokyo
Japan
50m
Utsunomiya
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Niigata by Shinkansen and visit the Bandai Bridge or explore the historic Furumachi district known for its traditional geisha.
Frequency
20 times per day
Popular Trains
Tokyo
Japan
1h 59m
Niigata
Japan
JR East Tickets and Rail Network in Japan
JR East, officially East Japan Railway Company, is one of the main Japan Railways Group passenger operators. The company serves Tokyo, Kanto, Tohoku, Niigata, Nagano, and parts of nearby prefectures. JR East operates Shinkansen services on the Tohoku, Joetsu, Hokuriku eastern section, Yamagata, and Akita corridors, plus Narita Express, Limited Express, rapid, local, and Tokyo metropolitan trains. Key cities served include Tokyo, Omiya, Sendai, Morioka, Shin-Aomori, Niigata, Nagano, Yamagata, and Akita. Rail Monsters supports online booking for selected JR East tickets, with schedules and ticket details shown during search.
Types of Trains Operated by JR East
JR East operates several passenger train types in Japan. Below are the main JR East-operated trains:
JR East network
The JR East network covers eastern Japan, centered on Tokyo and extending across Kanto, Tohoku, Niigata, Nagano, and neighboring areas. Main Shinkansen corridors include the Tohoku Shinkansen, Joetsu Shinkansen, Hokuriku Shinkansen eastern section, Yamagata Shinkansen, and Akita Shinkansen. Major hubs include Tokyo, Ueno, Shinjuku, Omiya, Sendai, Morioka, Niigata, and Nagano. JR East also operates Tokyo metropolitan lines including the Yamanote Line, Chuo Line, Keihin-Tohoku Line, and Sobu Line, along with Narita Express airport services and regional lines. Train categories include Shinkansen, Limited Express, rapid, local, and commuter services, depending on line and station pattern.
Practical Information for JR East travelers
Practical Luggage Guidelines for Asama Travelers
Asama luggage rules follow Shinkansen policies and may vary by operator, route, or ticket type. Very large luggage can be subject to additional handling rules on some Japanese high-speed services. Keep bags manageable for Shinkansen gates, platforms, and carriage aisles at Tokyo and Nagano.
Why Book JR East Tickets with Rail Monsters?
Rail Monsters lets travelers search selected JR East routes, compare schedules, and book train tickets online for trips in Japan. During checkout, available ticket options, payment steps, and booking confirmation details are shown, with support for selected JR East bookings when assistance is needed.
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Booking JR East routes online
Popular JR East bookings include Tokyo to Sendai on the Tohoku Shinkansen, Tokyo to Niigata on the Joetsu Shinkansen, Tokyo to Nagano on the Hokuriku Shinkansen eastern section, and Narita Airport connections by Narita Express. Use Rail Monsters to search selected departures, compare schedules, review available fare options, and choose seats where seat selection is offered. Ticket conditions, reserved seat availability, and delivery instructions may vary by train type, route, and fare selected.
JR East Train Tickets with Rail Monsters
Rail Monsters allows travelers to book selected JR East train tickets online for routes in Japan. During checkout, supported payment methods are displayed before purchase, and booking confirmation is sent after the order is processed. Ticket delivery format, seat reservation details, change rules, and station collection or boarding instructions may vary depending on the JR East route, train type, and fare selected. Review passenger details and fare conditions before completing payment with Rail Monsters.
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