What is the earliest Shinkansen from Tokyo to Osaka?

What is the earliest Shinkansen train?

The OG bullet train? The 0 Series, dude. Think of it as the grandpappy of all those sleek, futuristic whooshers. Launched in ’64, it was like a rocket ship—but, you know, on rails. A metal behemoth, possibly heavier than my Aunt Mildred’s prized chihuahua collection.

Key features:

• Speed: Faster than a speeding ticket. (Relatively speaking for 1964, obviously.)
• Design: Boxy. Like a very, very fast refrigerator.
• Comfort: Probably less comfortable than my couch, but hey, it got you there.

These things are practically dinosaurs now. I saw one in a museum once— it was bigger than my car! Seriously. They’re practically relics, like my ancient Tamagotchi. There’s a whole bunch of them in museums now, alongside my uncle’s collection of porcelain thimbles. People are obsessed, man.

Side note: I once tried to get a miniature 0 series train for my nephew but they were sold out. Supply chain issues. You wouldn’t believe it. The whole thing is a total mess. I ended up buying him a slime instead, much to his delight.

Which is the fastest Shinkansen from Tokyo to Kyoto?

Ugh, Shinkansen. Tokyo to Kyoto…right. Fastest? Nozomi! Yeah, gotta be.

• Nozomi, Nozomi, Nozomi. Like saying it makes it appear faster? Haha.

Is that even spelled right? Nozomi… Feels fast just whispering it.

Wait, Tokaido Shinkansen Line! Yeah, that’s the one. My dad took that once, 2023? Said it was like a blur. He gets motion sickness easily! Anyway…

• Blurry fast = good.

So, yeah, Nozomi is definitely fastest. Forget the others. I mean, if time is money, Nozomi saves it.

• Saves ALL THE MONEY.

But is it more expensive? Hmm. Probs. Worth it, though, for more Kyoto time.

• Think shrines and ramen.
• Ramen! Mmm.

Okay, so basically, if you’re NOT tryna waste time, Nozomi. End of story.

• Unless you’re, like, RICH rich? Then maybe helicopter? Jk. (Sorta.)

How long does the Shinkansen take from Tokyo to Kyoto?

Tokyo to Kyoto. Shinkansen. Two hours and ten minutes. Fast. Efficient.

• Travel time: Approximately 130 minutes.
• Route: Tokaido Shinkansen.
• Comfort level: High. Expect spotless facilities.

A marvel of engineering, really. People rave about it. I wouldn’t. It’s just a train. Though, admittedly, a very good one. My last trip? 2023. No delays. This is a common occurrence. It’s not a miracle. It’s punctual.

The views? Meh. Unless you’re into concrete and rice paddies. Seriously. Not my cup of tea. Next time, I’m flying.

But for speed? Unmatched. Even my grumpy uncle, Hiroshi, admitted that. That’s saying something.

Bottom line: Efficient transport. No-nonsense.

Does the Shinkansen run at night?

Shinkansen Night Runs? Forget about it! Unless you’re a ninja teleporting between cities, you’re stuck with their weirdly limited hours. They act like vampires; out all day, hiding in their bullet-train coffins at night.

Think of it like this: A super-efficient, ridiculously punctual owl… but one with a strict 9-to-5 (or rather 6am-to-11pm).

• Limited Night Service: Yeah, some routes might run late, but don’t bet your grandpa’s prized bonsai on it.
• Major City Connections: But hey, at least the main cities are connected. Unless they’re sleeping. Who knows with these guys.
• Early Bird Gets the Bullet Train: You gotta be up with the sun, like a particularly punctual rooster, to catch these things.

My cousin’s wife’s uncle, a train enthusiast (seriously, the guy collects miniature train toilets), swears some secret midnight shinkansen exists, transporting only samurai ghosts and salarymen with crippling deadlines. Don’t count on it, though. Even he admits that’s a bit far-fetched. I, however, wholeheartedly believe him. He’s got a really convincing PowerPoint presentation.

Is there a standing room on Shinkansen?

No, not really. Standing room is… a gamble. A desperate, last-minute gamble.

It’s cramped. Brutal. You’re basically wedged in. Like a sardine in a can. A really, really long can. On a moving train. In 2024.

The Nozomi… I tried it once. Never again. My back still aches. Seriously. My spine felt like it was going to snap.

You can technically stand. Non-reserved ticket. But you might not get on. That’s the reality. The harsh, unforgiving reality.

This is my experience. Not pleasant. Avoid if possible. Plan ahead. Book a seat. Seriously. I mean it. Save yourself. You’ll thank me later.