Can I eat on Narita Express train?

If you bought a Japan Rail Pass in advance, it includes unlimited train rides on the Narita Express. If you're a little hungry, you can purchase food and drinks to enjoy en route as you relax and look forward to your stay in Japan. There is also a restroom that you can use to freshen up.



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Yes, you may bring and eat cold food and drinks on board a bus (cold sandwiches, bottled water, candies...). For the comfort and safety of other passengers, hot food is not allowed on the bus. Note: Drinking alcohol is strictly forbidden on board.

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Having a few drinks is perfectly acceptable; the emphasis on Shinkansen trains is quiet stress-free travel (even loud mobile phone conversations aren't allowed). BUT, do not become intoxicated (i.e. drunk) on board (or any other public space in Japan) to the point of being loud/obnoxious/rude/physically violent etc.

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There is a custom in Japan where most people do not eat food outside other than when in restaurants. However, when using the bullet train or the green car, you are permitted to eat food. Normal trains and people commuting using said trains do not permit the consumption of food whilst riding the train.

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While on the train, your phone should be on silent mode and you should avoid making or receiving phone calls. Keep conversations to a minimum. Much like phone etiquette, if you are riding with friends, family, or coworkers, you can typically talk but do so quietly. Don't eat or drink.

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Yes, drinking water from taps in Japan is safe. For environmental reasons, try to use a refillable water bottle rather than buying bottled water in Japan. Metro train stations have public water fountains, but otherwise these can be hard to find (this is the land of vending machines after all).

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Bringing Your Food Aboard You may bring your own food and beverages onboard for consumption at your seat or private Sleeping Car accommodations. However, you can only consume food and beverages purchased in Dining and Lounge Cars in those cars.

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I don't consider it rude, especially if you're taking a long trip that is extended over your normal meal times. Many people will pack a lunch to take with them on a trip like this. I think it is important to pack foods that aren't bad smelling, like eggs, fish, or onions, so you don't offend your fellow passengers.

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Yes. The JR Pass is valid on the JR lines that connects the main airports to the main cities. If you land in Narita Airport, you can take the Narita Express to connect to Tokyo, Shinagawa, Shinjuku and Ikebukuro stations.

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Narita Express trains offer luggage space and areas where you can lock your bags. Each separate seat provides a rather large seating area, which can also be used for placing your all luggage just before you. Besides, overhead compartments above each seat are also available.

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There are 2 types of Narita Express ticket, which go with the specific cars and seats accordingly : Standard and Green Car (First-class) cars. Green Car seat comes at a higher fare, as it offers more spacious and comfortable seating and quieter environment, perfect for relaxing after a long flight.

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Narita Express trains operate at regular intervals throughout the day, typically every 30 to 60 minutes. The earliest service departs from Narita Airport Terminal 1 at around 6:00 AM, while the last one leaves at around 10:00 PM. The journey to Tokyo Station takes roughly an hour.

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