{"id":2082,"date":"2025-09-12T07:05:10","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T22:05:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/?p=2082"},"modified":"2026-03-01T19:39:49","modified_gmt":"2026-03-01T10:39:49","slug":"midori-no-madoguchi-jr-ticket-office","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/midori-no-madoguchi-jr-ticket-office\/","title":{"rendered":"Midori no Madoguchi \u2013 JR Ticket Offices in Japan"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this updated guide, you&#8217;ll learn exactly what <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Midori no Madoguchi, the official JR Ticket Office<\/span><\/strong> in Japan, offers for foreign visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-swl-main-color\">We&#8217;ll cover real-world details<\/mark><\/strong> such as services, locations, hours, alternatives, and must-know tips\u2014drawing from the latest JR announcements and data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll never worry about train tickets again after reading this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Midori no Madoguchi Overview and Services<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"http:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/8-6-1024x538.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1980\" srcset=\"https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/8-6-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/8-6-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/8-6-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/8-6.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The<\/strong> <strong>Midori no Madoguchi<\/strong> (Green Ticket Office) is the main staffed JR Ticket Office in many stations across Japan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">A traveler can use it to buy Shinkansen or limited express tickets<\/span><\/strong>, get seat reservations, and handle pass-related issues\u2014all with human assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Especially for tourists navigating Japan\u2019s rail network for the first time, <strong>it remains a trusted option<\/strong> alongside digital ticketing alternatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Midori no Madoguchi?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located in major JR stations, <strong>Midori no Madoguchi<\/strong> counters are staffed ticket offices operated by JR East, JR West, JR Central, etc.<\/p>\n<cite><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jreast.co.jp\/en\/multi\/\">https:\/\/www.jreast.co.jp\/en\/multi\/<\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These counters offer personal service\u2014not just automated machines\u2014ideal for passengers who need guidance in choosing the right tickets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For many foreign travelers, it\u2019s their primary point of contact in the station for rail-related inquiries, <strong>assistance in English<\/strong>, and special services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Services Offered at Midori no Madoguchi<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" src=\"http:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/8-1024x538.jpg\" alt=\"Services Offered at Midori no Madoguchi\" class=\"wp-image-2024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/8-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/8-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/8-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/8.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At <strong>Midori no Madoguchi<\/strong>, here is what you can typically do with the help of station staff:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list -list-under-dashed\">\n<li>Purchase <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/shinkansen-in-japan\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2271\">Shinkansen<\/a><\/strong>, Limited Express, and standard tickets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make <strong>seat reservations<\/strong> (reserved seats for Shinkansen or other trains)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handle <strong>ticket exchanges and special discounted ticket services<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In some major stations, consult staff who speak <strong>English or Chinese<\/strong> and handle <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/japan-rail-pass\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2111\">Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass)<\/a> exchange<\/strong>, <strong>ICOCA \/ Haruka<\/strong> purchase.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Midori no Madoguchi Locations in Japan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Midori no Madoguchi<\/strong> counters are concentrated in major transport hubs, while smaller or rural stations may not have them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Tourists should verify station facilities in advance<\/span><\/strong> to avoid surprises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s especially important to confirm this before relying on a counter, as JR East had planned to reduce the number of counters but has paused that reduction for now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Major Tokyo Stations with Midori no Madoguchi<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"http:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/3-7-1024x538.webp\" alt=\"Major Tokyo Stations with Midori no Madoguchi\" class=\"wp-image-879\" srcset=\"https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/3-7-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/3-7-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/3-7-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/3-7.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Important stations in Tokyo, including <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno,<\/span><\/strong> and others, host full-service <strong>Midori no Madoguchi<\/strong> or JR Travel Service Centers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-40 wp-block-paragraph\">For example, at Tokyo Station, the JR EAST Travel Service Center is located <strong>inside JAPAN RAIL CAF\u00c9<\/strong> and operates from <strong>8:30 to 19:00 daily<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center u-mb-ctrl u-mb-5 wp-block-paragraph\">\u3010Midori no Madoguchi at Tokyo Station\u3011<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m14!1m8!1m3!1d3240.8504457511644!2d139.7609864!3d35.6806843!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x60188bfbf30034f7%3A0xde75c7d78d189e80!2sTokyo%20Station%20JR%20Ticket%20Counter%20(op.%20East%20Japan%20Railway)!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sjp!4v1757628202154!5m2!1sen!2sjp\" width=\"100%\" height=\"300\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Midori no Madoguchi at Regional Hubs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Key regional terminals such as <strong>Kyoto Station<\/strong> also have full-service counters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Kyoto Station, general ticket counters run <strong>5:30\u201323:00<\/strong>, while the overseas visitor desk near the JR Central Ticket Office operates <strong>8:00\u201320:00<\/strong> with staff who speak <strong>English and Chinese<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The station also provides services in English and Chinese for overseas visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Similarly, major JR West or JR East stations in Kansai, Hokkaido, Tohoku, etc., offer staffed assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stations Without Midori no Madoguchi<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In less busy or rural stations, <strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-swl-main-color\">some Midori no Madoguchi have already been closed<\/mark><\/strong> as part of JR\u2019s shift toward on-line or automated ticketing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As of <strong>April 2024<\/strong>, JR East is operating <strong>209<\/strong> ticket offices after pausing part of its reduction plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some previously closed offices may be <strong>reopened during peak travel periods<\/strong>.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a station has no Midori no Madoguchi, you\u2019ll use <span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\"><strong>reserved-seat ticket machines<\/strong>, <strong>online services<\/strong>,<\/span> or an <strong>information desk<\/strong>, depending on the station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Midori no Madoguchi Opening Hours and Peak Times<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"http:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/\u8003\u3048\u308b-1024x538.webp\" alt=\"Midori no Madoguchi Opening Hours and Peak Times\" class=\"wp-image-2084\" srcset=\"https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/\u8003\u3048\u308b-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/\u8003\u3048\u308b-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/\u8003\u3048\u308b-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/\u8003\u3048\u308b.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Midori no Madoguchi<\/strong> <strong>hours vary widely by station<\/strong> but often align with early morning to late evening or even near midnight in some places.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Knowing operating hours and peak time patterns can help avoid long waits or closed counters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">JR&#8217;s decision to pause counter reductions reflects how vital human-staffed services remain, especially during tourism surges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Standard Operating Hours<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-crease\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list -list-under-dashed\">\n<li>At <strong>Kyoto Station<\/strong>, the general counters operate from <strong>5:30 to 23:00<\/strong>, while the overseas-focused office functions <strong>8:00 to 20:00<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At <strong>Narita Airport Terminal 1 JR EAST Travel Service Center<\/strong>, hours are subject to change. <strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-swl-main-color\">Always check the official website for the current schedule before visiting.<\/mark><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reserved seat ticket machines<\/strong> and <strong>Midori no Madoguchi<\/strong> in JR West areas are typically available between <strong>4:30 a.m. and 11:30 p.m.<\/strong>, depending on station hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Times to Visit the Ticket Office<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To avoid queues, schedules suggest visiting <strong>Midori no Madoguchi<\/strong> outside of peak commuting hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But avoid the morning rush (7:00\u20139:00) and evening peak (17:00\u201319:00).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also, during <strong>Obon (mid-August)<\/strong> and <strong>end-of-financial-year (late March)<\/strong>, JR East temporarily reopens <strong><span class=\"swl-marker mark_yellow\">some previously closed counters<\/span><\/strong> to accommodate high demand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are at a station prone to crowding, arriving at the counter right before opening may save time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Midori no Madoguchi Alternatives for Buying Tickets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"http:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/7-9-1024x538.webp\" alt=\"Midori no Madoguchi Alternatives for Buying Tickets\" class=\"wp-image-1979\" srcset=\"https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/7-9-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/7-9-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/7-9-768x403.webp 768w, https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/7-9.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While <strong>Midori no Madoguchi<\/strong> offers face-to-face service, JR has expanded alternative ticketing options especially for being quick, multilingual, and often open longer hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding your options improves flexibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">JR Ticket Machines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many stations feature <strong>\u201cGreen\u201d ticket vending machines<\/strong>, <strong>reserved-seat machines<\/strong>, or e-ticketing systems like <strong>e5489<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Machines often support multiple languages, accept credit cards, and operate extended hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some tickets, especially discounted or special-offer tickets, might <em>not<\/em> be available from machines and require a staffed counter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Online Reservations and Apps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Services like <strong>JR-EAST Train Reservation<\/strong>, <strong>e5489<\/strong>, and other official JR regional online portals let you book tickets in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After booking, you must <strong>collect your physical ticket<\/strong> at a reserved-seat machine or Midori no Madoguchi depending on the reservation conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Machines allow QR-code pickup in many cases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Travel Agency and Third-Party Platforms<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Third-party platforms like <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/how-to-book-shinkansen-tickets-on-klook\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2132\">Klook<\/a><\/strong>, Japanican, or agencies inside JR stations (e.g., TiS branches) also sell tickets, passes, and travel packages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, rates, pickup locations, or conditions may vary, so always verify before purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At stations like Kyoto, TiS branches operate alongside Midori no Madoguchi to help overseas travelers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-button green_ is-style-btn_normal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/affiliate.klook.com\/redirect?aid=79465&amp;aff_adid=1121931&amp;k_site=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.klook.com%2Fen-US%2Fjapan-rail%2Fshinkansen%2F%3Fspm%3DSearchResult.SearchResult_LIST%26clickId%3D8dbd493109\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"swell-block-button__link\"><span><span style=\"--the-icon-svg: url(data:image\/svg+xml;base64,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)\" data-icon=\"LsLightbulb\" data-id=\"0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"swl-inline-icon\">\u2003 <\/span>Book via KLOOK<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Midori no Madoguchi Etiquette and Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using <strong>Midori no Madoguchi<\/strong> effectively means preparing in advance, communicating clearly, and knowing what to expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preparing for Your Ticket Purchase<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list -list-under-dashed\">\n<li>Have your <strong>destination<\/strong>, <strong>date<\/strong>, <strong>departure time<\/strong>, and <strong>train type<\/strong> ready.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Know whether you want <strong>reserved<\/strong> or <strong>non-reserved seats<\/strong>, and whether you need <strong>Green Car<\/strong> (first-class) or standard.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payment should be in <strong>cash or credit card<\/strong>; virtual-only cards might not be accepted\u2014especially for large purchases.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Language Support and English Assistance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At major staffed counters, some station employees speak <strong>English<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Writing your request clearly (<strong>station names, times, number of passengers<\/strong>) can help even where language support is limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If needed, staff may also write out train names or convey elevator or platform instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Mistakes to Avoid<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list -list-under-dashed is-style-check_list\">\n<li><strong>Assuming hours<\/strong><br>some counters close early or open in split shifts (e.g., Narita with morning and evening hours).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Not checking for temporary closures or counter reductions<\/strong><br>JR East is maintaining 209 counters but may still make changes seasonally.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Waiting until the last minute<\/strong><br>ticket counters can have long lines, especially during holidays or peak periods. Visiting outside peak rush times is smart planning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"p-blogParts post_content\" data-partsID=\"533\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide u-mb-ctrl u-mb-15\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-section_ttl u-mb-ctrl u-mb-5 wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"swl-fz u-fz-l\"><strong>\uff3c Join Our Tour!! \uff0f<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-columns\" style=\"--clmn-w--pc:20%;--clmn-w--tab:33.33%;--clmn-w--mobile:50%;--swl-clmn-mrgn--x:1rem;--swl-clmn-mrgn--y:1rem\" data-valign=\"center\"><div class=\"swell-block-columns__inner\">\n<div class=\"swell-block-column swl-has-mb--s white2\" style=\"--clmn-w--mobile:170px;--clmn-w--tab:250px;--clmn-w--pc:250px;--swl-clmn-pddng:5px 5px 5px 0px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"http:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1-35.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2074\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1-35.webp 800w, https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1-35-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1-35-768x576.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-columns\"><div class=\"swell-block-columns__inner\">\n<div class=\"swell-block-column swl-has-mb--s\" style=\"--swl-clmn-pddng:5px 5px 5px 5px\">\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-0 wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color:#8c8c8c\" class=\"swl-inline-color\"><span style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"swl-fz\">Tokyo Guided Tour<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-0 hover-title wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:em;line-height:1.2\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:16px\" class=\"swl-fz\">Bar Hopping in Shinjuku with a Local<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-0 wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-icon=\"LsTime\" data-id=\"0\" style=\"--the-icon-svg: url(data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyBoZWlnaHQ9IjFlbSIgd2lkdGg9IjFlbSIgeG1sbnM9Imh0dHA6Ly93d3cudzMub3JnLzIwMDAvc3ZnIiBhcmlhLWhpZGRlbj0idHJ1ZSIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDQ4IDQ4Ij48cGF0aCBkPSJNMjQgMkMxMS45IDIgMiAxMS45IDIgMjRzOS45IDIyIDIyIDIyIDIyLTkuOSAyMi0yMlMzNi4xIDIgMjQgMnptMCA0MGMtOS45IDAtMTgtOC4xLTE4LTE4UzE0LjEgNiAyNCA2czE4IDguMSAxOCAxOC04LjEgMTgtMTggMTh6Ij48L3BhdGg+PHBhdGggZD0iTTMyIDIzaC02VjEzYzAtMS4xLS45LTItMi0ycy0yIC45LTIgMnYxMmMwIDEuMS45IDIgMiAyaDhjMS4xIDAgMi0uOSAyLTJzLS45LTItMi0yeiI+PC9wYXRoPjwvc3ZnPg==)\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"swl-inline-icon\">\u2003<\/span><span style=\"color:#8c8c8c\" class=\"swl-inline-color\"><span style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"swl-fz\">3hours<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-5 wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size:15px\" class=\"swl-fz\"><strong>From $120 <\/strong>\/ <\/span><span data-icon=\"FasUserLarge\" data-id=\"12\" style=\"--the-icon-svg: url(data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyBoZWlnaHQ9IjFlbSIgd2lkdGg9IjFlbSIgeG1sbnM9Imh0dHA6Ly93d3cudzMub3JnLzIwMDAvc3ZnIiBhcmlhLWhpZGRlbj0idHJ1ZSIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDUxMiA1MTIiPjxwYXRoIGQ9Ik0yNTYgMjg4Yzc5LjUgMCAxNDQtNjQuNSAxNDQtMTQ0UzMzNS41IDAgMjU2IDBTMTEyIDY0LjUgMTEyIDE0NHM2NC41IDE0NCAxNDQgMTQ0em0tOTQuNyAzMkM3Mi4yIDMyMCAwIDM5Mi4yIDAgNDgxLjNjMCAxNyAxMy44IDMwLjcgMzAuNyAzMC43SDQ4MS4zYzE3IDAgMzAuNy0xMy44IDMwLjctMzAuN0M1MTIgMzkyLjIgNDM5LjggMzIwIDM1MC43IDMyMEgxNjEuM3oiPjwvcGF0aD48L3N2Zz4=)\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"swl-inline-icon\">\u2003<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/bar-hopping-shinjuku\/\" class=\"column-link\" style=\"display: block; position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; z-index: 10;\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-column swl-has-mb--s white2\" style=\"--clmn-w--mobile:170px;--clmn-w--tab:250px;--clmn-w--pc:250px;--swl-clmn-pddng:5px 5px 5px 5px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"http:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1-1-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2073\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1-1-1.webp 800w, https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1-1-1-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1-1-1-768x576.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-columns\"><div class=\"swell-block-columns__inner\">\n<div class=\"swell-block-column swl-has-mb--s\" style=\"--swl-clmn-pddng:5px 5px 5px 5px\">\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-0 wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color:#8c8c8c\" class=\"swl-inline-color\"><span style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"swl-fz\">Tokyo Guided Tour<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-0 hover-title wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:em;line-height:1.2\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:16px\" class=\"swl-fz\">Explore Hidden Shibuya with a Local<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-0 wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"--the-icon-svg: url(data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyBoZWlnaHQ9IjFlbSIgd2lkdGg9IjFlbSIgeG1sbnM9Imh0dHA6Ly93d3cudzMub3JnLzIwMDAvc3ZnIiBhcmlhLWhpZGRlbj0idHJ1ZSIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDQ4IDQ4Ij48cGF0aCBkPSJNMjQgMkMxMS45IDIgMiAxMS45IDIgMjRzOS45IDIyIDIyIDIyIDIyLTkuOSAyMi0yMlMzNi4xIDIgMjQgMnptMCA0MGMtOS45IDAtMTgtOC4xLTE4LTE4UzE0LjEgNiAyNCA2czE4IDguMSAxOCAxOC04LjEgMTgtMTggMTh6Ij48L3BhdGg+PHBhdGggZD0iTTMyIDIzaC02VjEzYzAtMS4xLS45LTItMi0ycy0yIC45LTIgMnYxMmMwIDEuMS45IDIgMiAyaDhjMS4xIDAgMi0uOSAyLTJzLS45LTItMi0yeiI+PC9wYXRoPjwvc3ZnPg==)\" data-icon=\"LsTime\" data-id=\"0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"swl-inline-icon\">\u2003<\/span><span style=\"color:#8c8c8c\" class=\"swl-inline-color\"><span style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"swl-fz\">4<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color:#8c8c8c\" class=\"swl-inline-color\"><span style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"swl-fz\">hours<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-5 wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size:15px\" class=\"swl-fz\"><strong>From $140 <\/strong>\/ <\/span><span style=\"--the-icon-svg: url(data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyBoZWlnaHQ9IjFlbSIgd2lkdGg9IjFlbSIgeG1sbnM9Imh0dHA6Ly93d3cudzMub3JnLzIwMDAvc3ZnIiBhcmlhLWhpZGRlbj0idHJ1ZSIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDUxMiA1MTIiPjxwYXRoIGQ9Ik0yNTYgMjg4Yzc5LjUgMCAxNDQtNjQuNSAxNDQtMTQ0UzMzNS41IDAgMjU2IDBTMTEyIDY0LjUgMTEyIDE0NHM2NC41IDE0NCAxNDQgMTQ0em0tOTQuNyAzMkM3Mi4yIDMyMCAwIDM5Mi4yIDAgNDgxLjNjMCAxNyAxMy44IDMwLjcgMzAuNyAzMC43SDQ4MS4zYzE3IDAgMzAuNy0xMy44IDMwLjctMzAuN0M1MTIgMzkyLjIgNDM5LjggMzIwIDM1MC43IDMyMEgxNjEuM3oiPjwvcGF0aD48L3N2Zz4=)\" data-icon=\"FasUserLarge\" data-id=\"12\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"swl-inline-icon\">\u2003<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/explore-shibuya\/\" class=\"column-link\" style=\"display: block; position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; z-index: 10;\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-column swl-has-mb--s white2\" style=\"--clmn-w--mobile:170px;--clmn-w--tab:250px;--clmn-w--pc:250px;--swl-clmn-pddng:5px 5px 5px 5px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"http:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1-36.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2075\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1-36.webp 800w, https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1-36-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1-36-768x576.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-columns\"><div class=\"swell-block-columns__inner\">\n<div class=\"swell-block-column swl-has-mb--s\" style=\"--swl-clmn-pddng:5px 5px 5px 5px\">\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-0 wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color:#8c8c8c\" class=\"swl-inline-color\"><span style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"swl-fz\">Tokyo Guided Tour<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-0 hover-title wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:em;line-height:1.2\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:16px\" class=\"swl-fz\">Explore Hidden Asakusa with a Local<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-0 wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-icon=\"LsTime\" data-id=\"0\" style=\"--the-icon-svg: url(data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyBoZWlnaHQ9IjFlbSIgd2lkdGg9IjFlbSIgeG1sbnM9Imh0dHA6Ly93d3cudzMub3JnLzIwMDAvc3ZnIiBhcmlhLWhpZGRlbj0idHJ1ZSIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDQ4IDQ4Ij48cGF0aCBkPSJNMjQgMkMxMS45IDIgMiAxMS45IDIgMjRzOS45IDIyIDIyIDIyIDIyLTkuOSAyMi0yMlMzNi4xIDIgMjQgMnptMCA0MGMtOS45IDAtMTgtOC4xLTE4LTE4UzE0LjEgNiAyNCA2czE4IDguMSAxOCAxOC04LjEgMTgtMTggMTh6Ij48L3BhdGg+PHBhdGggZD0iTTMyIDIzaC02VjEzYzAtMS4xLS45LTItMi0ycy0yIC45LTIgMnYxMmMwIDEuMS45IDIgMiAyaDhjMS4xIDAgMi0uOSAyLTJzLS45LTItMi0yeiI+PC9wYXRoPjwvc3ZnPg==)\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"swl-inline-icon\">\u2003<\/span><span style=\"color:#8c8c8c\" class=\"swl-inline-color\"><span style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"swl-fz\">3hours<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"u-mb-ctrl u-mb-5 wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size:15px\" class=\"swl-fz\"><strong>From $140 <\/strong>\/ <\/span><span style=\"--the-icon-svg: url(data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyBoZWlnaHQ9IjFlbSIgd2lkdGg9IjFlbSIgeG1sbnM9Imh0dHA6Ly93d3cudzMub3JnLzIwMDAvc3ZnIiBhcmlhLWhpZGRlbj0idHJ1ZSIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDUxMiA1MTIiPjxwYXRoIGQ9Ik0yNTYgMjg4Yzc5LjUgMCAxNDQtNjQuNSAxNDQtMTQ0UzMzNS41IDAgMjU2IDBTMTEyIDY0LjUgMTEyIDE0NHM2NC41IDE0NCAxNDQgMTQ0em0tOTQuNyAzMkM3Mi4yIDMyMCAwIDM5Mi4yIDAgNDgxLjNjMCAxNyAxMy44IDMwLjcgMzAuNyAzMC43SDQ4MS4zYzE3IDAgMzAuNy0xMy44IDMwLjctMzAuN0M1MTIgMzkyLjIgNDM5LjggMzIwIDM1MC43IDMyMEgxNjEuM3oiPjwvcGF0aD48L3N2Zz4=)\" data-icon=\"FasUserLarge\" data-id=\"12\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"swl-inline-icon\">\u2003<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/japan-trails.com\/explore-asakusa\/\" class=\"column-link\" style=\"display: block; position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; z-index: 10;\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Midori no Madoguchi FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are common traveler questions along with up-to-date answers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<dl class=\"swell-block-faq is-style-faq-border\" data-q=\"fill-main\" data-a=\"fill-custom\">\n<div class=\"swell-block-faq__item\"><dt class=\"faq_q\">Are all \u201cMidori no Madoguchi\u201d open every day?<\/dt><dd class=\"faq_a\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not necessarily. Hours vary\u2014some open early and close late, others longer midday hours. Check station-specific info before visiting.<\/p>\n<\/dd><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-faq__item\"><dt class=\"faq_q\">Can I pick up tickets I reserved online at Midori no Madoguchi?<\/dt><dd class=\"faq_a\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Depending on the service, you can pick up reserved tickets either at Midori no Madoguchi or at designated reserved-seat machines.<\/p>\n<\/dd><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-faq__item\"><dt class=\"faq_q\">Are JR planning to reduce ticket counters?<\/dt><dd class=\"faq_a\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">JR East had a plan to reduce counters from 440 to 140 by 2025, but due to demand, they have paused reductions and are keeping 209 counters active.<\/p>\n<\/dd><\/div>\n<\/dl>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts on Midori no Madoguchi<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Midori no Madoguchi<\/strong> remains a reliable, human-centered point of sale for train tickets, seat reservations, and passenger assistance across Japan&#8217;s rail network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Especially for first-time visitors, it offers clarity and peace of mind in dealing with Shinkansen or Limited Express services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p 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