Are people assaulted on the trains?
Very, very rarely. But a few precautions really help. First, don’t leave your bag open or expose your wallet. Keep your valuables secure. Second, for…
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What manners should I observe on trains?
Respect the silver seat. Usually at the end of each train car, there is a seat colored differently from other seats: the silver seat, or…
What is a PASMO or Suica card?
A rechargeable PASMO or Suica smart card is a more universal version of the all-purpose-for-campus student card you may have from your home university. These…
What if I lose my PASMO/ Suica card?
That’s a big advantage to these cards. If you lose it, you can replace it at the train pass office with a processing fee. Here’s…
Why and how do I adjust a fare?
Adjust a fare if either, (1) you want to go to a destination that requires more money than your pass or ticket holds; or (2)…
I don’t want to run out of money on my PASMO or Suica card during rush hour! Any way to avoid this?
Yes! You can activate a “sound effect” service. Then, if you have less than ¥1000 on your card, it will beep three times (instead of…
