Transport disruptions in Hokkaido and Tohoku

Further to the 7.6 earthquake off the coast of Aomori Prefecture on December 8th 2025 and the subsequent Tsunami, bullet train services have been suspended, in both directions, between Shin-Aomori station and Fukushima stations. The New Chitose Airport in Hokkaido are also checking two runways further to the earthquake. It is unknown how long disruptions will be in effect. 

You can check the status of the Tohoku bullet train (shinkansen), in English, on the JR East Train Status Information website here. If you have been effected by bullet train delays or suspensions you can also request a "delay certificate" on that web page too. For the New Chitose Aiport, you can check the current situation, in English, on the official website here. 

Please note other train lines, bus stations, airports and ferry terminals may announce delays or suspensions to services at a later stage. If you are planning to travel in the Tohoku region or Hokkaido on December 9th 2025, please check with the official websites for the latest information.