Shinkansen Train Stations in Japan

We've mentioned more than once how amazingly advanced the Japanese railway system is. But the extensive network also means an abundance of the train stations. So if you are going to get around Japan on a Shinkansen train, it's good to have a general idea about the main railway stations that you might visit during the journey, right?

​To help you prepare for your upcoming trip, we've gathered the main information about the most popular Shinkansen train stations to help you navigate in the exciting world of Japanese rail travel.

Did you know?

The "World's Busiest Railway Stations" list highlights 51 stations, and 45 of them are located in Japan, including the "winner" - Shinjuku Station in Tokyo!​

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Tokyo's Shinkansen Station

Osaka's Shinkansen Station

Nagoya's Shinkansen Station

Hiroshima's Shinkansen Station

Kyoto's Shinkansen Station

Fukuoka's Shinkansen Station

What to Know About Japan's Railway Stations

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How many train stations are there in Japan?

Quite a lot. Or, if you are looking for the precise number, there are 8579 railway stations in Japan! Impressive, right?

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What is the busiest train station in japan?

The busiest station in the country is located in Tokyo. Shinjuku Station welcomes over 3.5 million people every day, more than any other station in the world!

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What time do train stations close in Japan?

This answer differs depending on what station do you have in mind, so it's better to check more detailed station information.