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Traveler checking a missed Shinkansen departure at a station ticket gate Travel Tips

Missed Your Shinkansen? Ticket Rules & Same-Day Plan B

Missed your Shinkansen in Japan? See what to do before and after departure, when a later train is allowed, and which discounted tickets need a new fare.
2026.07.23
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Book Shinkansen Online from Overseas: SmartEX & eki-net 2026

Book Shinkansen online from overseas with SmartEX, JR-EAST or JR-WEST. What to do when a foreign card fails 3D Secure, plus backup options.
2026.05.01
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