Akita Shinkansen (E6 series)

  • Tokyo - Akita

The Akita Shinkansen runs between Tokyo and Akita. Operation began in 1997 after the section between Morioka and Akita on the Tazawako Line and Ōu Main Line was converted to allow the Shinkansen to pass directly through.
In 2014, the E6 series trains replaced all of the trains from the previous series.

Train Information

The following train types operate on the Akita Shinkansen.

  • E6 Series Komachi, Hayabusa, Yamabiko, Nasuno
    E6 Series

    The E6 series is a type of train operating on the Akita Shinkansen, connecting Shinkansen and conventional routes without needing to change lines. The interior facilities place an emphasis on universal design and security measures. Car no. 12 has a large restroom which is accessible to electric mobility scooters. Other features include large full-color LED information displays as well as security cameras inside the cars and in the areas at both ends of the cars.

    Interior Layout and Seats

    Interior Layout and Seats (Example)

    Seat Map

    • Car no. 11

      ←To Tokyo (Inbound)

      Outbound→

      Seat Map
    • Car no. 12

      ←To Tokyo (Inbound)

      Outbound→

      Seat Map
    • Car no. 13

      ←To Tokyo (Inbound)

      Outbound→

      Seat Map
    • Car no. 14

      ←To Tokyo (Inbound)

      Outbound→

      Seat Map
    • Car no. 15

      ←To Tokyo (Inbound)

      Outbound→

      Seat Map
    • Car no. 16

      ←To Tokyo (Inbound)

      Outbound→

      Seat Map
    • Car no. 17

      ←To Tokyo (Inbound)

      Outbound→

      Seat Map

    The car layout may vary depending on the train.

    Car layout

    • Akita Shinkansen Komachi

      Car layout example
      Formation
      7 cars
      Seat Reservation
      Reserved seats only
      • All cars are non-smoking.
    • Tōhoku Shinkansen Hayabusa

      Car layout example
      Formation
      7 cars
      Seat Reservation
      Reserved seats only
      • All cars are non-smoking.
    • Yamabiko, Nasuno

      Car layout example
      Formation
      7 cars
      Seat Reservation
      Seats in cars no. 12-17 are non-reserved
      • All cars are non-smoking.

    Symbol Guide

    • Green Car
      Green Car
    • Reserved seats
      Reserved Seat
    • Non-reserved seats
      Non-Reserved Seat

Train stops

Train stops map