1h 20m, Direct
06:16
TokyoTokyo Station
07:36
NaganoNagano Station
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First train
06:16
Last train
22:08
Travel duration
1h 32m
Daily departures
35
Departure station
Tokyo
Changes
direct
Arrival station
Nagano
Ticket price
from $49
Fastest trip
1h 17m
Longest trip
1h 49m
Hakutaka overview
Hakutaka trains are E7 and W7 series Shinkansen sets used on the Hokuriku Shinkansen by JR East and JR West. The trains have a long white body with blue and copper-colored striping associated with the Hokuriku route. Hakutaka serves stations between Tokyo, Nagano, Toyama, and Kanazawa, with interiors arranged into Ordinary Car, Green Car, and Gran Class sections. The train layout supports both long Tokyo to Kanazawa trips and shorter regional high-speed segments across Nagano and Hokuriku.
How to buy Hakutaka train tickets
To search Hakutaka tickets on Rail Monsters, enter departure and arrival stations such as Tokyo, Nagano, Toyama, or Kanazawa, then add the travel date and passenger count. Search results show available Hakutaka departures with times, stations, travel duration, and class options where listed. Compare Ordinary Car, Green Car, and Gran Class availability across departures. Select the Hakutaka train that matches your schedule, then continue to passenger details.
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Hakutaka Classes Explained
Hakutaka trains on the Hokuriku Shinkansen use E7 and W7 series trainsets with three main seating choices. Ordinary Car is the standard Shinkansen class, with reserved seats and, on some services, non-reserved seating. Green Car has wider seats, more legroom, and a quieter layout than Ordinary Car. Gran Class is the highest seating category on these trainsets, with larger reclining seats in a low-density cabin; onboard service details may vary by train. Check the search inputs at the top of the page to see which Hakutaka classes are available for your selected date.
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$6344
Gran Class
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$3143
Green Car
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$953
Non-reserved
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$1891
Ordinary Car
Most Popular Hakutaka Bullet Train Routes
Key Hakutaka routes on the Hokuriku Shinkansen
Hakutaka is widely used between Tokyo and Kanazawa, with important stops at Ueno, Omiya, Takasaki, Nagano, Joetsumyoko, Toyama, and Shin-Takaoka depending on the departure. Tokyo to Nagano is a common shorter Hakutaka trip for travelers using the JR East section of the Hokuriku Shinkansen. Nagano to Toyama and Toyama to Kanazawa are also practical segments for travel across the Hokuriku region. Compared with Kagayaki, Hakutaka usually serves more intermediate stations, so it can be the better fit for cities not served by the fastest pattern. Always check the selected date, as stopping patterns and class availability can differ by train number.
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 32m
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 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 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 Tokyo to Toyama by Shinkansen to explore the historic Amaharashi Coast or visit the glass art museums and the Kansui Park.
Tokyo
Japan
2h 24m
Toyama
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Takasaki by Shinkansen and visit the Daruma-ji Temple or see the 41-meter-tall Byaku-ei Dai-Kannon statue overlooking the city.
Tokyo
Japan
51m
Takasaki
Japan
Travel from Kanazawa to Tsuruga by Shinkansen and visit the historic Kehi Jingu Shrine or explore the scenic bay area of Tsuruga Port.
Kanazawa
Japan
48m
Tsuruga
Japan
Travel from Ueno to Nagano by Shinkansen and visit the historic Zenko-ji Temple or head to the nearby Togakushi Shrine and Jigokudani Monkey Park.
Ueno
Japan
1h 27m
Nagano
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Joetsu by Shinkansen to explore the Kasugayama Castle ruins or enjoy the heavy snowfall and ski resorts of the Myoko region.
Frequency
12 times per day
Popular Trains
Tokyo
Japan
1h 56m
Joetsu
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Ueda by Shinkansen and visit the historic Ueda Castle Park or explore the traditional hot springs of Bessho Onsen nearby.
Tokyo
Japan
1h 27m
Ueda
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Fukui by Shinkansen and visit the Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum or the historic Eihei-ji Temple in the mountains.
Tokyo
Japan
3h 8m
Fukui(Fukui)
Japan
Travel from Nagano to Kanazawa by Shinkansen and visit the Kenrokuen Garden or explore the well-preserved samurai districts of Nagamachi.
Nagano
Japan
1h 17m
Kanazawa
Japan
Travel from Ueno to Kanazawa by Shinkansen and visit the Kenrokuen Garden or explore the well-preserved Higashi Chaya geisha district.
Ueno
Japan
2h 41m
Kanazawa
Japan
Travel from Nagano to Tsuruga by Shinkansen and visit the historic Zenko-ji Temple or explore the Kehi Jingu Shrine near the port of Tsuruga.
Nagano
Japan
2h 3m
Tsuruga
Japan
Practical Luggage Guidelines for Hakutaka Travelers
Hakutaka luggage rules may vary by operator, route, or ticket type. JR East and JR West Shinkansen passengers should bring bags they can manage through stations and onboard aisles. Check current conditions before travel if carrying oversized luggage, bicycles, instruments, or pets.
How to Book Hakutaka Tickets
After selecting a Hakutaka departure, add passenger names and contact details, then review the fare conditions for changes, refunds, seat class, and reserved or non-reserved status. Complete payment online through Rail Monsters using available payment methods. After payment, booking confirmation is sent by email with ticket details for the selected JR East or JR West Shinkansen service. Ticket format and collection rules depend on the route and fare type, so review all conditions before payment.
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Experience the Best of Japan with Hakutaka
Hakutaka is a Hokuriku Shinkansen service operated by JR East and JR West between Tokyo, Nagano, Toyama, and Kanazawa. It stops at more stations than the fastest Kagayaki service, making it useful for cities such as Ueda, Sakudaira, Joetsumyoko, and Kurobe-Unazukionsen. Hakutaka trains use E7 and W7 series sets with Ordinary Car, Green Car, and Gran Class seating. Travelers can compare Hakutaka departures and book tickets online through Rail Monsters.
Compare Japan Trains Before You Book: Hakutaka vs. Other Options
Hakutaka serves the Hokuriku Shinkansen with more intermediate stops than Kagayaki, while Asama mainly links Tokyo with Nagano. Hakutaka offers Ordinary Car, Green Car, and Gran Class on E7 and W7 sets. Compare station stops, class options, and travel times, then book your tickets online through Rail Monsters.
Hakutaka Route Map - Find and Book Tickets
Hakutaka runs on the Hokuriku Shinkansen between Tokyo and Kanazawa, crossing the JR East and JR West service areas. Main stations include Tokyo, Ueno, Omiya, Takasaki, Nagano, Joetsumyoko, Toyama, Shin-Takaoka, and Kanazawa. Some patterns stop at additional stations such as Karuizawa, Sakudaira, Ueda, Iiyama, and Kurobe-Unazukionsen. Check the route map and timetable on Rail Monsters for the Hakutaka departures available on your travel date.
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