Take the Hello Kitty and Disney Shinkansen train!
There are 2 themed Shinkansen trains running on both the Tokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen.
Starting with the Disney themed "Wonderful Dreams Shinkansen", this train runs on the Tokaido Shinkansen between Tokyo and Osaka, passing Nagoya and Kyoto. Launched in 2025 to celebrate Fantasy Springs at Tokyo DisneySea, it features colorful designs inspired by Disney classics like Frozen, Tangled, and Peter Pan. Onboard, themed music plays as passengers enjoy the beautifully decorated carriages. This limited-time train operates mainly on Hikari and Kodama services — a perfect way for Disney fans to travel in style.
This train operates the following services:
Weekdays (excluding most Wednesday):
Hikari 636 (Shin-Osaka - Tokyo)
Kodama 715 (Tokyo - Shin-Osaka)
Weekends, holidays, and most Fridays:
Hikari 636 (Shin-Osaka - Tokyo)
Kodama 715 (Tokyo - Shin-Osaka)
Kodama 736 (Shin-Osaka - Tokyo)
Hikari 659 (Tokyo - Shin-Osaka)
*Note that these schedules are for references only and are subjected to change. Please refer to the latest news for the running schedule.
If you're heading to West Japan, don't miss the Hello Kitty Shinkansen! Running between Shin-Osaka and Hakata in Kyushu on the Sanyo Shinkansen line, this train is easy to spot with its pink ribbon design. Inside, Car 1 has the HELLO! PLAZA, showcasing local products and fun. photo spots, while Car 2, the KAWAII! ROOM, is filled with Hello Kitty décor. It's a cute, family-friendly ride with stops in cities like Kobe, , and Fukuoka.
This train operates the following services:
Kodama 842 (Hakata - Shin-Osaka)
Kodama 849 (Shin-Osaka - Hakata)
