Japan shinkansen to raise their super express fares in 2027

What happened: JR Central and JR West announced plans to raise reserved-seat fares on Tokaido Shinkansen Nozomi trains and Sanyo Shinkansen Mizuho trains starting in July 2027. Key numbers: Fares to rise by $4 between Tokyo and Shin-Osaka. Start date is July 2027. Why it matters: The operators say the increases reflect rising costs from inflation and service improvements.

JR Central and JR West announced plans to raise reserved-seat fares on Tokaido Shinkansen Nozomi trains and Sanyo Shinkansen Mizuho trains starting in July 2027.

The operators say the increases reflect rising costs from inflation and service improvements.