Best Shinkansen Apps &amp; Games

1.7(570 ratings)

Free

Easily reserve Shinkansen seats, hotels, and activities. Enjoy discounts for early bookings and flexible changes. Access station and train service information, and use QR tickets or designated IC cards for seamless travel.

Japan Travel - Smart Transit by NAVITIME JAPAN CO.,LTD.

Visit Japan/ Shinkansen rail

Strong Contender

4.7😊(2.6K ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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Navigate Japan like a local with comprehensive travel guides, route planning, and offline map searches for transportation, Wi-Fi, and ATMs. Create custom itineraries and discover recommended spots for an enhanced travel experience.

What We Love

🚀 Helpful for navigating trains and subways
🗺️ Accurate route planning and station details
💻 Useful for JR Pass holders
📱 Essential app for traveling in Japan
👍 User-friendly and easy to use

Room to Improve

🐛 Bugs and crashes with recent updates
💰 Expensive subscription fees
🔋 High battery consumption
🤖 Confusing interface and navigation
🗺️ Missing some station and bus stop information

GO / Taxi app for Japan visit by GO Inc.

Most Used Taxi App in Japan

Worth Considering

JR東日本アプリ|運行情報・乗換案内・時刻表・構内図

4.9😞(13K ratings)

Free

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This app is Japan's most used taxi booking service, offering extensive coverage across all 47 prefectures. Easily hail, reserve, or get flat-rate airport rides. Pay fares cashless and set destinations in advance for a stress-free travel experience.

What We Love

🚀 Quick taxi pickup
👍 Friendly and helpful drivers
💳 Works with foreign credit cards
🛒 Reasonable pricing compared to Uber

Room to Improve

🚫 Requires Japanese phone number and credit card, not foreigner-friendly
🤑 Inconsistent and inflated pricing compared to estimates
🗺️ Pickup location issues and lack of route visibility
🔒 Difficult account verification and registration process

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鉄道の路線図や乗換え、乗車のりかえナビ

Real-time train location trackingNationwide route and transfer searchJR East operational status updates

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Tickets, Tours, Transport

Book tours and attractionsReserve hotel accommodationRent cars and book transport

Discover and book a wide range of travel experiences worldwide, including tours, attractions, transportation, and accommodation. Get instant confirmations, skip-the-line tickets, and exclusive deals to enhance your trips.

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Suica

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Digital card issuance and managementTop-up and auto-charge functionalityPurchase transit passes and tickets

This app allows you to use your digital transit card on your smartphone. Easily issue new cards, recharge balances, and purchase tickets and passes. Enjoy seamless travel and payments across Japan.

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Horror bullet train simulationEndless loop gameplayMystery unraveling

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Train Game - Shinkansen GO

Trains game !

Shinkansen train interactionMusic and sound effectsTouch and movement modes

This interactive game features popular Shinkansen trains for young children. It offers two modes: one where touching trains plays music and another where touching makes them move. Designed for mental training and entertainment, it aims to soothe babies and engage toddlers.

Let's go to Osaka City!

Super Train Run -Shinkansen-

High-speed Train run game!

Simple swipe controlsAvoid traps and reach stationsExplore Tokaido stages

Experience high-speed train adventures by swiping to avoid obstacles and reach the next station. Collect coins to unlock new trains and explore iconic Japanese landmarks across various stages. Perfect for action and casual game enthusiasts who love trains.

Shinkansen Train Matching Game

Train picture matching game

Train picture matchingShinkansen and Linear Shinkansen trainsAnimated train sequences

A single-player memory game where you match pictures of Shinkansen and Linear Shinkansen trains. Successfully matching pairs causes the train to animate and run. The game features a variety of train types and adjustable card numbers for increasing difficulty.

Ride log for Japan Shinkansen

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International Travel Tickets

Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry ticketsBook tickets from 2,000+ providersReal-time trip updates

Compare and book train, bus, flight, and ferry tickets from over 2,000 providers in 45+ countries. Get real-time updates, mobile tickets, and exclusive discounts for a seamless travel experience.

Flies high speed Train Game !

(79K)

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Fly! Linear -shinkansen-

Super-high speed train gameplayMagnet-powered jumpsEasy tap-to-play controls

Experience high-speed train adventures using magnetic propulsion. Tap to jump and align colors, accelerating your train through vibrant urban and mountainous stages. Collect coins to unlock new and special vehicles for an exhilarating casual gaming experience.

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Japan Transit Planner

Comprehensive station and line informationReal-time timetable and train statusOptimal route planning

This travel app helps tourists and expats navigate Japan's complex public transportation system. It provides comprehensive information on stations and lines, real-time train status, and optimal route planning with step-by-step directions.