Is green car worth it on the Shinkansen bullet train in Japan? 

On the Shinkansen bullet train, first class is called green car. But is it worth the extra money? In this video from Tokyo to Kyoto, you will learn about the hidden features of the green car seat, the service, and how to buy your ticket. Compared to the ordinary car (second class), the green car does offer more comfort, but maybe not everything that you expect.
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🚅 Trip details:
Route: Tokyo (via Shibuya Station and Shinagawa Station) to Kyoto Station on the Tokaido Shinkansen
Date: Dec. 3, 2022
Train operator: JR Central
Train type: N700A
Class of service: Green car (first class)
Paid with: Credit card
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⌚ Sections in this video (Is green car worth it on the Shinkansen bullet train in Japan?):
00:00 | Shinkansen green car first class
00:47 | Shibuya to Shinagawa, Tokyo
01:46 | Tokyo to Kyoto trip overview and price
02:14 | How to buy a ticket for the Shinkansen
02:56 | Getting to the bullet train
04:49 | Shinkansen green car seat features
07:11 | Who is the green car for?
07:52 | Lavatory tour
08:32 | Service on board
08:57 | Food on board: delicious bento box
10:06 | Is the green car first class worth it?
11:02 | ANA business class to Japan
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