Hi there,
I know this is a done to death topic, but my question is specifically for use of the JR 21 days Pass for Hokkaido travel. (Point of origin and return is Tokyo) I have read a few write ups that state that the Green Car is the best on the Hokkaido lines. Please advise.
We will also be in Hokkaido during the Golden Week (May). Will the Green Car Pass make a big difference in seat reservations? How many days in advance should the seat reservations be done (for both Green and Ordinary pass)? Some write ups state 3-4 days, a few state to make reservations upon exchanging the passes. And which major stations in Hokkaido can we arrange the reservations? (aside from the obvious Sapporo and Hakodate)
We had previously traveled on a 21 day Ordinary pass and we were fine with it, until we experienced Golden Week. Will the Green Pass make a significant difference during the Golden Week?
Would appreciate inputs. Thanks.