We are finding the Japanese train schedules to be difficult, any suggestions? There are several sites to use?
Hi Joanne - I find the best way to research train schedules is to use Google Maps. Play around with the times if you're planning to use a shinkansen and local train, as in a city like Tokyo - various options may appear with a simple change of the time.
Also note some train & bus schedules like country local ones may not be updated till a month in advance depending on the season - you can again get a rough idea from google maps, from earlier dates.
With local country trains & buses - playing around with departure/arrival times on Google Maps will help too.
If you wish to book train tickets online (generally only available a month in advance & depending on which train lines) - use EKI NET (english website)
https://www.eki-net.com/en/jreast-train-reservation/Top/Index
this only covers JR East areas - hope that helps
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