JR releases prediction of peak Shinkansen crowdedness for Japan’s Obon travel season

Suspension of unreserved seat tickets on some bullet train classes means planning ahead is especially important.

Japan is a famously hard-working country, but it’s got a major vacation period coming up next month with Obon.

Observed in early/mid-August, Obon is traditionally celebrated by going back to your hometown to reconnect with extended family members, but […] ...