Kagayaki 1 is JR West's fastest Hokuriku Shinkansen service from Tokyo to Kanazawa, opened in 2015. The W7 Series trains cover 450 km in 2h28m at speeds up to 260 km/h through the Japanese Alps, making previously remote Kanazawa easily accessible from Tokyo.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tokyo Station Tokyo | Start | 07:28 |
| 2 | Omiya Station Saitama | 07:49 | 07:51 |
| 3 | Nagano Station Nagano | 09:18 | 09:20 |
| 4 | Toyama Station Toyama | 10:17 | 10:19 |
| 5 | Kanazawa Kanazawa | 10:28 | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official Japan railways records and may vary due to delays or seasonal changes. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
Kagayaki 1 is JR West's fastest Hokuriku Shinkansen service from Tokyo to Kanazawa, opened in 2015. The W7 Series trains cover 450 km in 2h28m at speeds up to 260 km/h through the Japanese Alps, making previously remote Kanazawa easily accessible from Tokyo.
The train runs on every day of the week. The full route covers 5 stops with a total journey time of approximately 3h 0m.
Available travel classes include Ordinary, B Sleeper, A Sleeper. Fares start from JPY 3,850 for Ordinary.
Book Kagayaki 1 tickets at jrpass.com, the official JR Group portal. Online booking opens 30 to 120 days before departure depending on the operator. Book in advance for the best seat selection and lowest available fares.
Passengers are advised to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to locate the correct platform and coach. Bedrolls are typically provided in sleeper classes. Passengers should carry a light jacket as air conditioning can be cold overnight.
Reserved seating
Reserved seating
Reserved seating
Book Kagayaki 1 tickets at jrpass.com, the official JR Group portal. Compare fares and seat availability before booking. Online booking typically opens 30 to 90 days before departure.
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Visit JR GroupKagayaki 1 departs at 07:28 and arrives at the final destination at 10:28. Total journey time is approximately 3h 0m. Always verify current timings with JR Group before travelling.
Kagayaki 1 fares start from approximately 3,850 (economy class). Book at jrpass.com for the latest prices.
Book Kagayaki 1 tickets at jrpass.com, the official JR Group booking portal. Tickets are also available at station booking offices. Book in advance for popular routes and holiday periods.
Kagayaki 1 makes 5 stops. The route starts at Tokyo Station and ends at Kanazawa. Major intermediate stops include Omiya Station, Nagano Station, Toyama Station.
Check the running days shown in the hero section on this page. Some routes run daily, others run on selected days only. Always verify the current running schedule on the JR Group website or app before booking.
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