18. Be careful when you take a train during rush hour in Japan
If you are going to a city with a very high population density in Japan, such as Tokyo, Yokohama and Osaka, we suggest you try avoid the trains during the morning and evening rush hours.
Also, if you’re carrying a massive suitcase or backpack, or are traveling with children and buggy travelers, you’re probably going to struggle to get on the train during these times too. It’s seriously busy between 7am to 9am! Try to avoid the unnecessary hustle and extra stress and rather enjoy a slight morning lie in.
19. Trains/metros are not 24 hours
The trains and metros of Japan are always clean and on time. Especially bullet trains, which operate down to the minute. However they don’t operate on a full 24 hour cycle so it’s always better to check the last train time if you are attempting to go for a late night out.
20. Remember your mobile phone manners
Japanese people tend to speak relatively quietly in public. With so many people on the trains, especially during peak times, you’ll still find it to be so quiet on the trains and those visiting for the first time, may find this quite strange. You’ll also note people don’t talk on their phones on the train and instead turn them to mute mode, in order to not disturb others.