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Find the right Shinkansen seat for Mt. Fuji views. Guides for Seat E, seat letters A–E, Tokyo to Kyoto, and Kyoto to Tokyo directions.
Quick answer
On the Tokaido Shinkansen, Seat E is usually the Mt. Fuji-side window in Ordinary Cars. In Green Cars, it is usually Seat D. This applies in both directions.
Is Seat E the Mt. Fuji Side?When Seat E is the Fuji-side window in Ordinary and Green Cars.
Tokyo to Kyoto: Which Seat for Mt. Fuji?Direction-specific seat, timing, and viewing tips heading west.
Kyoto to Tokyo: Which Seat for Mt. Fuji?Why the same seat works on the return and when to watch.
Seat Letters A–E ExplainedWindow, aisle, and middle seats in Ordinary and Green Cars.
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