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  "path": "/2026/02/09/swapping-seats-on-japans-bullet-trains-is-not-allowed-shinkansen-operator-says/",
  "publishedAt": "2026-02-09T05:00:04.000Z",
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  "tags": [
    "Japan",
    "Central Japan Railway Company",
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    "etiquette",
    "Japan Railway",
    "Japan travel",
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  "textContent": "It’s a gray area in terms of travel etiquette, but JR has a clear stance on the topic. Japan is very committed to the idea that it’s important to be considerate to others, even if that means being a little inconvenienced yourself. This is especially true is shared spaces like public transportation, but there’s debate […]",
  "title": "Swapping seats on Japan’s bullet trains is not allowed, Shinkansen operator says"
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