In this video, I take an 11-hour journey from Tokyo to Osaka on a local train using the Seishun 18 Ticket.
Along the way, I make stops at Atami, Shizuoka, Hamamatsu, Toyohashi, Ogaki, Maibara, and Osaka. I also see famous landmarks along the way, such as Mount Fuji and Lake Biwa.
I was surprised at the journey’s comfort, even though I was on a local train. The seats were spacious, and the train was relatively empty, so I could move around and stretch my legs. I also enjoyed the views from the window, which gave me a glimpse of the Japanese countryside.
Overall, I had a great experience taking a local train from Tokyo to Osaka. It was a more relaxed and scenic way to travel than taking the Shinkansen, and it was also much cheaper. I would recommend this journey to anyone who wants to experience the best of Japan on a budget.
Here are some additional details that you can include in the summary:
The Seishun 18 Ticket/Kippu is a 5-day rail pass for JR local trains. It is a popular option for budget travelers, allowing you to travel extensively throughout Japan for a relatively low price.
The journey from Tokyo to Osaka takes about 9.5 hours on a local train. However, the travel time may vary depending on your number of stops.
The scenery along the way is varied and beautiful. You will get to see mountains, rivers, lakes, and cities.
The local trains are generally comfortable and clean.
I hope this helps!
00:00 Intro
00:25 Tokyo Sta
01:22 Departing Tokyo Station
02:35 Yokohama Sta
03:05 Fujisawa Sta
03:53 Odawara Sta
04:39 Ocean View
05:06 Atami Sta – 1st Transfer
06:39 Numazu Sta
07:21 Mt. Fuji
08:32 Shizuoka Sta – 2nd Transfer
11:57 Kakegawa Sta
12:46 Hamamatsu Sta
13:34 Lake Hamana
14:36 Toyohashi Sta – 3rd Transfer
16:03 Nagoya Sta
16:48 Gifu Sta
17:32 Ogaki Sta – 4th Transfer
18:11 Lunch – Soba
20:46 Departing Ogaki Station
22:08 Maibara Sta – 5th Transfer
23:44 Kusatsu Sta
24:19 Kyoto Sta
25:12 Osaka Sta – End
27:46 Slum – Nishinari