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As others have pointed out, if you sit on the right side of the train, you will have a good view of Mt. Fuji. It is easy to find the JR train schedule on line, so that one can plan one's trip relatively well.
I sure you, like most of us, have taken airplanes too many times, and taking the Japanese bullet train would be a wonderful experience. No worry about getting lost, as the Japanese are very helpful when looking for the correct train, and one must ride on the Japanese Shinkansen sometime in one's life.
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Originally Posted by
skye1
I'd throw on another vote for the Shinkhansen, just for the experience if nothing else ^
I'll also throw on another vote for yep, the train station can be confusing if you don't read Japanese, but yep, the staff there are very, very helpful. Again, part of the overall experience factor.
Originally Posted by
MiaAA
My wife and I have been to Japan twice in the past year. I highly recommend your first option. Riding the Narita Express and the Shinkansen is simply a great part of the experience of going to Japan. And I disagree with some earlier posts. I found both the trains themselves and Tokyo Station simple to navigate as everything you need to know is signed in English.
As others have pointed out, the Shinkansen itself is a pleasure to experience, and the view of Fuji - which lasts for several minutes - is the iconic view seen on many travel posters. This particular journey has become a regular part of our itinerary.