Originally Posted by
abmj-jr
On the other hand, that is a LONG day on trains. If at all possible, I'd suggest stealing a day from your itinerary somewhere to build in an overnight stop somewhere along the way. I have been on almost every mile of your proposed route but never all in one day. I get cramps in my legs just thinking about it. If you are traveling with older folks, they would undoubtedly appreciate a break to stretch out along the way. I know i would.
In truth I think it is mentally draining to do all at one go...
My folks... rather spend the night at Hakodate then Tokyo... We live in HK so Tokyo is too much like in a way (busy city/loads of people) ...
If JR pass allow us to use Nozumi train then it will looks a lot less taxing on the body... If I was traveling by myself I will assure you I would have no problem at all.
My folks can do HKG-JFK so I am sure they will be fine... but I think breaking the Tokyo down an extra hour allow comfort if we become lost in station.
As long as there is
- Food and drinks to buy
- Power plug on Shinkansen
- Decent turn around time to look for platforms
- Internet
Should keep the party happy.
I am sure the ticketing officer thinks I am nuts and really want to milk in the JR pass to the bone.