What different types of seats are available on bullet trains in Japan?

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Answer 1

Generally, the Shinkansen trains offer Ordinary (economy class)  seats and Green Car (first class) seatings.  I am not sure if they offer sleeping berths on overnight routes.

The economy seats are very spacious and comfortable.  Green Car seats offer even greater leg room and are all-reserved and seldom crowded, but at a significant price premium.  I have ridden both from Tokyo to Osaka.  If you can afford the Green Car, I highly recommend those tickets.

You can find more descriptions, route information and ticket prices.   JR (Japan Rail) provides the Shinkansen service.

http://www.japanrail.com/JR_trainandseat...