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Special Family Package for New Year Travel

As the year comes to a close, Tokai Railway Company is excited to announce a limited-time offer for families traveling during the New Year holidays. Introducing the EX Hayatoku 7, an exclusive package formulated for families traveling with children under 12. This special offer provides remarkable discounts on Shinkansen fares between Tokyo and Shin-Osaka, ensuring a comfortable and budget-friendly journey for families during the festive season.

Offer Overview

The EX Hayatoku 7 package enables a family of two or more (including both adults and children) to book reserved seat tickets on the Nozomi Shinkansen line at a significantly lower price. Through the 'Express Reservation' and 'Smart EX' online services, families can enjoy the following rates:

• - From Tokyo to Shin-Osaka: Adults at ¥10,000 and Children at ¥5,000
• - From Tokyo to Nagoya or Kyoto: Adults at ¥8,000 and Children at ¥4,000

This package will be in effect for a limited time, with seat availability being specified for particular trains, making early booking essential. Seats can be reserved from December 5, 2025, at 10:00 AM until 7 days before travel, with a temporary unavailability from 11:30 PM to 5:30 AM daily.

Travel Schedule

The travel dates for the EX Hayatoku 7 are:

• - Upward Journey: December 26-31, 2025 (From Nagoya, Kyoto, and Shin-Osaka to Tokyo)
• - Downward Journey: January 1-4, 2026 (From Tokyo to Nagoya, Kyoto, and Shin-Osaka)

Families planning a trip during this time should seize this opportunity for travel, whether for returning home or planning a vacation.

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