@laurahtravel: How to take the Shinkansen from Osaka to Tokyo 🚄 It’s so much less stressful than everyone says. Book your seat on SmartEx (video of this coming soon), scan the QR at the gate, find your platform, get on. No paper ticket needed, but you can always buy one from the machine or ticket counter! The hardest part is not overbuying snacks for the ride. First trip and nervous about the bullet train? Don’t be — it’s one of the easiest parts of Japan. Follow @laurahtravel for more Japan travel tips 🤍 Comment “Guide” for my full Japan guide — full itineraries, hidden spots, and more. #shinkansen #japantravel #japan2026 #bullettrain #japantraveltips