Overview of All-Reserved Seat Operations
Objective
To allow more passengers to secure seats during peak travel periods, all "Nozomi" trains will operate with reserved seating only by converting the non-reserved seats into reserved seats.
Operation Periods
- Golden Week: April 25, 2025 (Friday) – May 6, 2025 (Tuesday)
- Obon: August 8, 2025 (Friday) – August 17, 2025 (Sunday)
- New Year Holidays: December 26, 2025 (Friday) – January 4, 2026 (Sunday)
Applicable Sections and Trains
- Sections: Tokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen (Tokyo to Hakata)
- Trains: All "Nozomi" trains
Reservation and Usage
- Reservations:
- Passengers can reserve seats up to 1 year in advance via "Express Reservation" or "Smart EX."
- Some seats or products may be limited to reservations up to 1 year in advance.
- Usage Restrictions:
- Passengers with non-reserved limited express tickets cannot use seats on "Nozomi" trains.
- Non-reserved seating is still available on other trains such as "Hikari," "Kodama," "Mizuho," and "Sakura."
- Passengers with non-reserved tickets may stand in ordinary car decks on "Nozomi" trains. An additional fee is required to use reserved seats.
Notes
- For Non-Reserved Ticket Holders:
- Passengers with non-reserved tickets boarding "Nozomi" trains may stand in decks or other standing areas.
- Passengers must follow staff instructions to ensure train safety.
- In Case of Transport Disruptions:
- In the event of significant transportation disruptions, "Nozomi" trains may temporarily operate as all non-reserved seating (excluding Green Cars).
