@acoe.tokyo: So impressed by @tokyocheapo 's original work that I just had to share. Thank you for your creativity! Shinkansen luggage rules — causing confusion for travelers to Japan since 2020. But worry not, the bullet train is still one of the best ways to get around the country, so here’s what you need to know about bringing your bags on the Shinkansen. ⭐ In May 2020, JR announced a policy requiring travelers with luggage with overall dimensions between 161–250 cm to reserve specific seats on these Shinkansen routes: 🚄Tōkaidō Shinkansen (Tokyo to Osaka) 🚄San’yō Shinkansen (Osaka to Fukuoka) 🚄Kyūshū Shinkansen (Fukuoka to Kagoshima) There are baggage-sizers at all Tōkaidō Shinkansen stations, so you can always double-check before boarding.Either reserve a seat (online or in-person) with access to luggage space behind the seat or access to the luggage compartment. ❓Common questions: 💡What size luggage is allowed on trains in Japan?Baggage with total dimensions of over 250 cm can’t be taken on Shinkansen. 💡How heavy can my bag be?You may only take two items of luggage onto any Shinkansen, and they cannot exceed 30 kg in weight each 💡What if I forget to book?You will either be charged a ¥1,000 fee and the guard will put your luggage in a designated space (if available), or you might be asked to take a different train if you haven’t boarded yet. 💡 Need help finding things to do in Tokyo and Japan? Our websites Tokyo Cheapo and Japan Cheapo have plenty of articles to help you tackle transport, events, things to do, restaurants, and accommodation.👉 www.tokyocheapo.comFollow us on @tokyocheapo @japancheapo #tokyocheapo #tokyotips #tokyoreels #japan #japantravel #shinkansen #transportation

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