What station in Tokyo does the bullet train leave from?

Where is Shinkansen station in Tokyo? The famous Shinkansen trains stop at Tokyo and Shinagawa stations, but Tokyo rail station prides itself on being the city's main Shinkansen terminal. You can find it at 1 Chome Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo.



The primary station for the bullet train (Shinkansen) in Tokyo is Tokyo Station, located in the Marunouchi district. This is the main terminus for all Shinkansen lines, including the Tokaido Shinkansen (traveling to Kyoto and Osaka), the Tohoku Shinkansen (heading north to Sendai and Aomori), and the Hokuriku Shinkansen (going to Kanazawa). However, depending on your destination, you can also board at Shinagawa Station, which is a major stop for the Tokaido Shinkansen and is often more convenient for those staying in the southern parts of the city like Minato or Meguro. For those heading north on the Tohoku, Joetsu, or Hokuriku lines, Ueno Station is another common boarding point. It is vital to check your ticket carefully, as "Tokyo Station" and "Shin-Osaka Station" are the specific endpoints, but you might find it easier to hop on at Shinagawa if you want to avoid the massive crowds of the main central hub. In 2026, clear English signage and floor markings in these stations make transferring from local JR lines to the Shinkansen platforms very intuitive.

The bullet train (Shinkansen) in Tokyo primarily departs from Tokyo Station and Shinagawa Station.

Here’s a quick breakdown:

1. Tokyo Station (東京駅)

  • Main hub for most Shinkansen lines.
  • Lines served:
    • Tōkaidō Shinkansen (to Osaka, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Fukuoka/Hakata).
    • Tōhoku Shinkansen (to Sendai, Morioka, Shin-Aomori).
    • Hokuriku Shinkansen (to Nagano, Kanazawa).
    • Yamagata Shinkansen & Akita Shinkansen (these start as Tōhoku Shinkansen and branch off).
    • Jōetsu Shinkansen (to Niigata).
    • Hokkaidō Shinkansen (to Hakodate, Sapporo).

2. Shinagawa Station (品川駅)

  • Major stop south of Tokyo Station.
  • Lines served:
    • Tōkaidō Shinkansen (all trains stop here).
    • Sanyō Shinkansen (through service from Tōkaidō line to Osaka and beyond).

Key Points to Remember:

  • Ueno Station (上野駅) is the historical starting point for northbound trains, but most Tōhoku/Hokuriku/Hokkaidō Shinkansen now start at Tokyo Station. Some northbound services still stop at Ueno

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