Best Shinkansen Japan Bullet Train Apps &amp; Games

1.7(576 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 & Train

Strong Contender

4.7😊(2.6K ratings)

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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

Japan Transit Planner - Travel by Jorudan Co.,Ltd.

Navigate Japan with Ease

Worth Considering

JR東日本アプリ|運行情報・乗換案内・時刻表・構内図

4.8😊(2.1K ratings)

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This app helps you navigate Japan's extensive public transportation system. It provides detailed route planning, fare information, and timetables for railways and airplanes, with options to consider rail passes and seat preferences. Premium features offer enhanced convenience for frequent travelers.

What We Love

🚀 Great app for planning routes and travel times
🚀 Highly recommended for Japan travel planning
🚀 Simplifies navigating Japan's transit system
🚀 Accurate real-time data and route information
👍 Useful for train, subway, and bus travel
👍 Covers entire country, not just popular tourist spots

Room to Improve

🐛 Occasional technical issues or glitches
🐛 Performance degradation after recent updates
🐛 Compatibility problems on some devices
🔒 Concerns about app no longer being supported

More Shinkansen Japan Bullet Train apps to explore

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

This official JR East app provides comprehensive travel information for Japan's railways. It offers real-time train locations, route planning, schedules, station maps, and operational updates for JR East and connected private lines. Users can also check Suica balance and find locker availability.

free with in-app purchases

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Japan Rail Pass - by Getjrpass

Getjrpass

Official JR Pass salesPass delivery trackingTrain route planning

Plan and navigate your trip to Japan with this comprehensive travel companion. Purchase your JR Pass securely, track deliveries, and access essential travel tools like train route planners and city guides. Get support throughout your journey for a stress-free experience.

Omio: Book Train, Bus & Flight

(2)

free

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.

Super Train Run -Shinkansen-

(80K)

free

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.

🎮 Games

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Oritabi: Japan Station Log

Collect the stations you visit

Log visited train stationsVisualize rail map progressExplore station encyclopedia

Track your train journeys across Japan by logging visited stations. Watch your personalized rail map grow and discover themed collections of unique stations. Sync your progress across devices and explore a comprehensive station encyclopedia.

free with in-app purchases

Tokyo Train! 3

Japan & Taiwan

$4.99

Manage Japanese and Taiwanese train lines by dispatching trains to transport customers efficiently. Aim for high operating profits by balancing fares, waiting times, and departure costs. Enjoy over 50 railway lines with simple, intuitive controls.

Over 50 railway lines in Japan and TaiwanSimple brain game mechanicsTransport customers for operating profit

🎮 Games

Shinkansen Train Matching Game

paid

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.

Manage Japanese Trains!

$6.99

Become a railway dispatcher and manage Japanese trains during rush hour. Transport passengers, collect fares, and aim for maximum operating profit across over 50 routes. Simple controls make it accessible for all players.

Manage Japanese trainsTransport passengersCollect fares

Nagano Yudanaka Countdown

Modern Bullet Train Driving

Drive train simulation

Realistic 3D environmentsChallenging impossible tracksPassenger pick-up and drop-off

Experience the thrill of driving a high-speed bullet train across challenging tracks. Pick up passengers and navigate realistic city environments with various weather conditions. Enjoy a 3D simulation with stunt levels and smooth controls.

🎮 Games

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free with in-app purchases

Train Game

TOKYO : Get on the Shinkansen!

Bullet Train "Shinkansen" GO2

by Optiax

Interactive Shinkansen train modelsTouch-based music and sound effectsTwo engaging game modes

This interactive game is designed for young children who love trains. It features various Shinkansen models that react to touch with music and movement, offering a fun and engaging way to entertain babies and toddlers. The app aims to soothe crying children and make travel more enjoyable.

📚 Education

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Madobe: Shinkansen Guide

Which side is Mt. Fuji?

For all Japan lovers!

by Hopebest Inc Limited

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.

📚 Education