Riding Japan's Shinkansen Bullet Train in FIRST CLASS (300km/h) 🇯🇵

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 18 ม.ค. 2023
  • In this video, we ride Japan's Bullet Train Tokaido Shinkansen in First Class (Green Car) from Tokyo Station to Kyoto. We will be travelling on the fastest bullet train on this line, the Nozomi, which reaches a top speed of 300km/h. The journey time between Tokyo Station and Kyoto on the Nozomi Shinkansen is slightly more than 2 hours.
    We will take a tour of Tokyo Station, Japan's busiest railway station, before boarding the Green Car of the Nozomi Shinkansen 25 bound for Hakata. After boarding, we will take a detailed tour of the First Class seat and the train amenities.
    What a great experience! Please enjoy!
    #japan #bullettrain #firstclass #shinkansen #trains

ความคิดเห็น • 82

  • @KasperCDK
    @KasperCDK ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The other button you did not know about is "heated seat".

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching, Kasper! And thanks for letting me know 🙏

  • @user-bx2ql8lf1z
    @user-bx2ql8lf1z ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Shinkansen Green Cars have two sides: one where you can ride with your shoes on, and the other where you can put your feet on with your shoes off (no shoes allowed). The side with the same pattern as the floor is used as shoes. Its footrest can be unfolded. The unfolded surface can be used with shoes off.
    The Tokaido Shinkansen is the oldest Shinkansen route that was conceived from the days of steam locomotives, and was premised on a speed of 200km/h. So even now that the cars have been improved, the maximum speed is about 280km, which is a little slower than other Shinkansen lines, but the curves are more fun than other lines. From Japan.

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      見てくれてありがとう!Appreciate your thoughtful comment and all the detail you provided on the Shinkansen. Can’t wait to ride it again 😊

  • @BurritoKingdom
    @BurritoKingdom ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Gran Class is 1st class. Green class is business class.

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Thanks for watching 😊 Gran Class must be superb! Unfortunately, I believe there are no trains with Gran Class on the Tokaido Line.

  • @tannyainthecity
    @tannyainthecity ปีที่แล้ว +14

    love it. pretty thorough and detailed. and thanks for the seat tips! much appreciated.

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks a lot for watching, Tannya! I hope you can enjoy a wonderful view of Mt Fuji 😊 🗻

  • @JamesKMatuTrainCarTraveler
    @JamesKMatuTrainCarTraveler ปีที่แล้ว +3

    wow!
    its a nice video.
    Enjoy in Japan!

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching, James! Glad you liked the video. More videos of Japan coming soon 😊

  • @MN-rj9hs
    @MN-rj9hs 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It is a verynice guide that combines luxury and quietness! 👍

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for watching! 😃🚄

  • @comfytravels
    @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks a lot for watching, guys! If you enjoyed this video, go check out the videos below :)
    👉Riding UK's HIGH SPEED Lumo TRAIN from Edinburgh to London (200km/h) 🇬🇧 th-cam.com/video/GrFIda8AJ_k/w-d-xo.html
    👉Staying at Japan's Premium CAPSULE HOTEL in Tokyo 🇯🇵 th-cam.com/video/Kj7Mt2fRRv4/w-d-xo.html

  • @user-rd1fd8bx6f
    @user-rd1fd8bx6f ปีที่แล้ว +1

    6:10
    That lower button is for the seat heater! The warm back makes you sleep soon in winter😊

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks a lot for watching and your contribution! Who doesn’t love a heated in the cold Japanese winter? :)

  • @howmathematicianscreatemat9226
    @howmathematicianscreatemat9226 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    If planes were as safe as the Shinkansen, many many families would have stayed away of suffering. Shinkansen is badass in saftey records 😎

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks a lot for watching! The Shinkansen is a magnificent piece of engineering, isn't it? 😊

  • @saishowaguu2
    @saishowaguu2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I wouldn't consider the Green Car as first class anymore on the Shinkansen.
    It's not a part of all the Shinkansen trains, but I'd consider the trains that have the Gran Class car to be more of an equivalent of what many would consider to be a "First Class" seat.
    Nice video by the way. 👍

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks a lot for watching! Appreciate the feedback😊 Hope I can soon try Gran Class out for a proper First experience!

    • @pumpkinhill4570
      @pumpkinhill4570 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah Green is more like business class: more space, guaranteed power outlet, easier to work on your laptop or sleep.
      Now Gran Class…😍

  • @sam-lj3my
    @sam-lj3my ปีที่แล้ว +6

    nice

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching, Sam! 😊

  • @RadoslavSharapanov
    @RadoslavSharapanov ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great video. Love Shinkansen. The upgrade seems reasonable in USD nowadays. Isn’t Shinjuku the busiest station? Thanks

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks a lot for watching, Radoslav! Great to know that you enjoyed the video 😊 You are right - Shinjuku is the busiest station in terms of passenger throughput but I think Tokyo Station is the busiest in terms of train arrivals and departures. I should have specified that! :)

  • @mdsumon45730-ms
    @mdsumon45730-ms ปีที่แล้ว +5

    🇧🇩🇧🇩 💖💖 🇯🇵🇯🇵

  • @SombreDiamant
    @SombreDiamant ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I was hesitating between buying a standard JR Pass or a Green Pass, as the ~80$ difference is not that big, knowing that I'm travelling alone, but even for a 2-3 hours ride I'll always prefer extra leg room and I LOVE QUIET, your video convinced me to take the Green Pass, so thank you very much :) If I may ask, if the seat D allows you to maybe see mount Fuji, does it mean from Kyoto to Tokyo, you'll have to take an A seat ? And at wich point of the ride can you maybe see it ? I know it's not guaranteed, but I'll take all my chances, since I'm not even sure I'll be lucky in my trip to Kawaguchi ^^'

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks a lot for watching! Glad the video helped you 😊 I’m sure you will enjoy the quietness of the Green Car!
      EDIT: Please choose seats E or D regardless of direction as train does not turn around - it just reverses direction. I had views of Mount Fuji 40 mins after we departed Tokyo Station (Nozomi train). Assuming you are booked on a Nozomi train, you should be able to see it around 40 mins before you get to Tokyo. Please do keep an eye on Google Maps as it’s a good indicator 😊
      Hope you can enjoy a wonderful view! Please let me know how it goes.

    • @bart5568
      @bart5568 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Always choose Seat E(Ordinary Car) or D(Green Car) regardless of the direction if you want to see Mt.Fuji.

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@bart5568 Thanks a lot, thought the train turned around but it does not! Just edited my reply 😃

  • @pumpkinhill4570
    @pumpkinhill4570 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hehe, busiest in trains but not passengers, business not 1st, E not F, the last seat has dibs on the space behind it for luggage so is the better choice (when available).
    Welcome to Japan. It takes a long time to get all the details right. ;)

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks a lot for watching and taking the time to comment, Pumpkin! You’re absolutely right, that’s a great summary ;)
      Can’t wait to visit again!

  • @InFltSvc
    @InFltSvc ปีที่แล้ว +3

    They do everything right in Japan. That’s why I own a Honda Accord

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks a lot for watching! Agreed - the attention to detail is superb 😊

  • @brentsutherland6385
    @brentsutherland6385 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Not to be a nit-picker, but the Green Car=business class , Gran-Class would be more like first class but there is not Gran-Class on the Tokaido Shinkansen.

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for your comment, Brent! A Japanese friend told me that they are planning on rolling out Gran Class to more lines in the future - hopefully will be available on the Tokaido Line soon 😊

  • @Perktube1
    @Perktube1 ปีที่แล้ว

    9:26 - that's because they knew you were up to something. 😉

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching! Hahaha I swear I behaved myself to Japanese standards :)

  • @Ukit50
    @Ukit50 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I dont understand why Shinkansen BT glass window is small. A very large glass window would give good panoramic view and good artistic look.
    Is it concern with vibration when passing trough tunnel could crack the glass?

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Ukit, thanks for watching! That’s a great question - I personally didn’t find them too small. Great thing is that they were sparkling clean, so you can take great and clear photos from your seat :)

  • @guss2099
    @guss2099 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I want to do one of those trips so bad, every time I watch one of these trains on video it gives me goosebumps!
    To me this is the epitome of perfection!
    🙂👍🏼🙂

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching, Augusto! You should definitely go for it when you get a chance - great experience 😊

  • @khanhdang5082
    @khanhdang5082 ปีที่แล้ว

    How much is cost to take a train to Osaka?

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching, Khanh! Fares from Tokyo to Osaka start at ¥13,870 (about $105) for a one-way in Economy (Standard Class)😊

  • @kenken1113
    @kenken1113 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    新幹線座席のフットレストの生地側は、靴を脱いで足を置いて下さい。

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching Ken! Thanks for the tip too :)

  • @Dieterk4455
    @Dieterk4455 ปีที่แล้ว

    Which camera do you use? Thanks ;)

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Dave! Thanks a lot for watching! I use my iPhone 14 Pro :)

    • @Dieterk4455
      @Dieterk4455 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@comfytravels Thanks ;)

  • @mw56789psn
    @mw56789psn ปีที่แล้ว +9

    うなぎ弁当を選ぶなんてかなりの日本通ですね

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ありがとう! Most delicious bento box! 😍🇯🇵

  • @anonymousg.5432
    @anonymousg.5432 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    JAPAN is TOP!

  • @FannyDiable
    @FannyDiable 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The other light is for sit warmer

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hey Fanny! That’s it -thanks a lot for letting me know and watching the video! 😊🚂

  • @sethdon1100
    @sethdon1100 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good for you there aren’t any assassins onboard.

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching, Seth! Indeed 😂

  • @barrydanial
    @barrydanial ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have taken the "Nozomi" several times before. It's a really good and quick Shinkansen train, though the only downside is that you can't take this train with a JR Pass.

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching, Barry! Agreed, pity you can’t use it with the JR Pass :)

  • @ts6566
    @ts6566 ปีที่แล้ว

    ファーストクラスはグランクラスですよ。グリーン車の上のクラスがあります。

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching! Look forward to trying Gran Class 😊🚄

  • @hoishin
    @hoishin ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Tokyo station is not even close to the busiest station in Japan, Shinjuku station which has 3+ million passangers a day.

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching, Hoishin! You are right - in terms of passenger throughput it is not but I found an article from The Japan Times that said that it was in terms of train arrivals and departures. Is that more accurate? 😊

    • @hoishin
      @hoishin ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I see! You mentioned passengers number in the same sentence so that led me to misunderstand the context. Thank you for the clarification

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@hoishin Thank you for the feedback! I wasn't very clear - something to improve for my next videos :)

  • @roxysponge3447
    @roxysponge3447 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think it's not worth your money. They offer just softer seats blanket but no food. Not worth my money.

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching, Roxy! Yeah, I think the drinks should be complimentary at least. I guess the best thing is the extra space you get and the quietness of the Green Car, especially if you’re travelling solo 😊

  • @sagarinjapan
    @sagarinjapan ปีที่แล้ว

    hmm... Seems like a green car seat is not worth it for a 3 hr journey. The Oshibori, blanket, extra tray, reading light and a little bit comfy seat are the only things you get in the Green car.

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching! Agreed - I liked how quiet the green cars are though. A good option if you are travelling solo and want your own space I think 😊

    • @brentsutherland6385
      @brentsutherland6385 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The thing is, the Rail Pass Green Car upgrade is not all that much.

  • @545g
    @545g ปีที่แล้ว

    Kinda worth the money but kinda not.

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching! Yes, I know what you mean. To me the extra privacy and space are a big plus though! What you do you think? :)

  • @Michael-iw3ek
    @Michael-iw3ek ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I see the masking comedy is strong there

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching, Michael! Different people have different preferences I guess - not a bad thing 😊

  • @jimmykundan1075
    @jimmykundan1075 ปีที่แล้ว

    Majorly everything is of plastic inside this train,,,,

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching, Jimmy! It’s good quality plastic though haha 😊 Gran Class does have leather seats and more luxurious details

    • @pumpkinhill4570
      @pumpkinhill4570 ปีที่แล้ว

      All the best carbon fiber is made in Japan. 👍
      Light train go fast and efficiently. 🚅

  • @skhfehijssbdcjc
    @skhfehijssbdcjc ปีที่แล้ว

    I hate to see them still living with masks like that.

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Thanks for watching! Japan has always been rather conservative when it comes to disease prevention - not necessarily bad thing! 😊

    • @tomist6521
      @tomist6521 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Hay season coming up!
      I think that the ties of the mouth do not decrease until May.
      花粉症の季節がやってくる
      口のネクタイは5月迄は減らないと思う。

    • @zakwanarif
      @zakwanarif ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Trying to protect themselves and others from diseases is a bad thing now? 🤔

  • @feriafandi6633
    @feriafandi6633 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Saya sudah subscribe canel mu ini saya dari Indonesia

    • @comfytravels
      @comfytravels  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot for your support Feri! Can’t wait to visit Indonesia 😊