Can I change the date of my Shinkansen ticket?

Can I Change the Date of My Shinkansen Ticket?

Shinkansen reserved seat tickets offer flexibility for changes prior to departure. Passengers have the option to alter the date and time of their travel, as long as the new travel falls within the ticket’s validity period.

Conditions for Changing the Date

• The ticket class must remain the same. Upgrades or downgrades are not permitted.
• The new travel date must fall within the validity period of the original ticket.

Procedure for Changing the Date

To change the date of your Shinkansen ticket, you can follow these steps:

• Contact the JR ticket office where you purchased the ticket.
• Provide the original ticket and your request for a date change.
• The ticket agent will verify the availability of seats on your desired new date and time.
• If seats are available, the agent will issue you a new ticket with the updated information.

Note:

• Changing the date of your ticket may incur a fee.
• It is recommended to make changes as far in advance as possible to avoid any inconvenience or additional charges.
• For any further inquiries or assistance, please contact the JR ticket office or visit their website for more information.