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OsakaShin-Osaka Station
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HiroshimaHiroshima Station
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06:00
Last train
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Travel duration
1h 32m
Daily departures
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Departure station
Osaka
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Hiroshima
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Fastest trip
1h 20m
Longest trip
2h 35m
Sakura overview
Sakura trains are N700 series Shinkansen sets used by JR West on the Sanyo Shinkansen and by JR Kyushu on through services to Kyushu. The trains have a white body with blue striping and operate between major stations such as Shin-Osaka, Okayama, Hiroshima, Kokura, Hakata, Kumamoto, and Kagoshima-Chuo. Onboard layouts include Ordinary Car seating and Green Car seating, with reserved and non-reserved Ordinary Car sections available on many departures.
How to buy Sakura train tickets
To search Sakura tickets on Rail Monsters, enter departure and arrival stations, travel date, and passenger count in the search form at the top of the page. Results can show Sakura departures with train times, station names, Ordinary Car, Green Car, and reservation options where listed. Compare Shin-Osaka, Hiroshima, Hakata, Kumamoto, and Kagoshima-Chuo options by time and fare level. Select the Sakura departure that fits your route before moving to passenger details.
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Sakura Classes Explained
Sakura Shinkansen trains use the standard JR West and JR Kyushu high-speed seating model. Ordinary Car is the main class and may be sold as reserved seating or non-reserved seating, depending on the car and departure. Reserved Ordinary Car gives an assigned seat, while non-reserved Ordinary Car lets passengers use designated cars with available seats. Green Car is the premium class on N700 series Sakura trains, with wider seats and a more spacious cabin layout. Sakura does not use Gran Class. To compare available Ordinary Car and Green Car options, use the search inputs at the top of the page.
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$970
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Most Popular Sakura Bullet Train Routes
Key Sakura routes in Japan
Popular Sakura routes include Shin-Osaka to Hakata, Shin-Osaka to Hiroshima, Hiroshima to Hakata, Hakata to Kumamoto, and Shin-Osaka to Kagoshima-Chuo. JR West operates Sakura services on the Sanyo Shinkansen section between Shin-Osaka and Hakata, while through services continue south on the Kyushu Shinkansen toward Kumamoto and Kagoshima-Chuo. The Shin-Osaka to Hakata route is a major west Japan intercity link, and Hakata to Kumamoto is a frequent Kyushu corridor trip. Timetables and stopping patterns vary, so check the selected travel date, train number, and seat type before booking.
Travel from Osaka to Kumamoto by Shinkansen to explore the historic Kumamoto Castle or the scenic volcanic landscapes of Mount Aso in Kyushu.
Osaka
Japan
3h 7m
Kumamoto
Japan
Travel from Fukuoka to Kumamoto by Shinkansen and visit the historic Kumamoto Castle or explore the Suizenji Jojuen Garden landscapes.
Fukuoka
Japan
42m
Kumamoto
Japan
Travel from Fukuoka to Kagoshima by Shinkansen and visit the active Sakurajima volcano or explore the Sengan-en garden and Shiroyama Park.
Fukuoka
Japan
1h 32m
Kagoshima
Japan
Travel from Osaka to Kagoshima by Shinkansen and visit the active Sakurajima volcano or enjoy the traditional Sengan-en Japanese garden.
Osaka
Japan
3h 53m
Kagoshima
Japan
Practical Luggage Guidelines for Sakura Travelers
Sakura luggage rules follow Shinkansen policies and may vary by operator, route, or ticket type. Oversized baggage rules can apply on the Sanyo and Kyushu Shinkansen, especially for very large suitcases. Check current JR West or JR Kyushu conditions before travel.
How to Book Sakura Tickets
After selecting a Sakura departure, add passenger details, review the fare conditions for changes, refunds, seat type, and included reservation status, then complete payment online. Rail Monsters accepts international cards and major payment methods. After payment, booking confirmation is sent by email with ticket details for the selected Shinkansen service. Ticket format, collection process, and station rules depend on the Sakura route and fare type, so check all conditions before payment.
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Experience the Best of Japan with Sakura
Sakura is a Shinkansen service on the Sanyo and Kyushu Shinkansen corridors, operated by JR West north of Hakata and JR Kyushu south of Hakata. It links Shin-Osaka, Okayama, Hiroshima, Kokura, Hakata, Kumamoto, and Kagoshima-Chuo with fewer stops than Kodama and more stops than the fastest Mizuho services. Sakura trains offer Ordinary Car seating, including reserved and non-reserved cars on many departures, plus Green Car seating on N700 series sets. Travelers can search Sakura departures and book tickets online through Rail Monsters.
Compare Japan Trains Before You Book: Sakura vs. Other Options
Sakura is a Shinkansen service linking the Sanyo and Kyushu corridors, while Nozomi and Mizuho are faster limited-stop services and Kodama stops at more stations. Sakura offers Ordinary Car and Green Car, with seat reservations available. Compare departures and book your tickets online through Rail Monsters.
Sakura Route Map - Find and Book Tickets
Sakura runs on the Sanyo Shinkansen and Kyushu Shinkansen, linking Shin-Osaka with stations such as Shin-Kobe, Okayama, Hiroshima, Kokura, Hakata, Shin-Tosu, Kumamoto, and Kagoshima-Chuo. JR West operates the Sanyo Shinkansen section, with through services continuing onto JR Kyushu tracks south of Hakata. Use Rail Monsters to check available Sakura departures for your selected stations and date.
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JR West operates passenger trains across western Japan.