JAPAN
Japan's classics.
The 15 most popular train experiences in Japan. What each one is really like, who runs it, and what you will pay.
One day around Mt. Fuji and Hakone: 5th Station views, Hakone Ropeway, Lake Ashi cruise, plus a bullet train return to Tokyo.
“Definitely recommend seeing Mt Fuji, especially if the weather is good. Did not expect to spend so much time on the bus but otherwise trip was exactly as planned. Our guide, Hiro, was enthusiastic and informative and very clear in his instructions”
Guided 10-hour Mt Fuji 5th Station and Hakone cruise day from Tokyo with ropeway, buffet lunch options, and a Shinkansen ride back.
“hero and lionson (guide and driver) were awesome!!! great views great lunch! this was worth every penny”
Fuji and Hakone in one long day from Tokyo: 5th Station, Owakudani ropeway, Lake Ashi cruise, then Shinkansen back.
“This was AWESOME! We couldn't get to the base of Mount Fuji, so we went to a beautiful snow covered pond area. Lunch was AMAZING! Hotpot and buffet...Japanese style. The cable car ride was spectacular...the scenery, magical. The pirate ship was a PIRATE ship, unlike I've ever seen before. Beautifully, intricately decorated....really special. And finally…”
Take the Shinkansen to Kyoto for an afternoon of top shrines, hotel lunch, and big city views, with English-guided logistics.
“A very well organised day. We were throughly looked after from start to finish. Despite being a very long day it was worth it to ride the bullet train on a return trip & to see iconic Kyoto (despite the huge crowds) try to ride the green (1st class) train car if budget allows as…”
Mt. Fuji and Hakone from Shinjuku in one packed day, with a bullet train return option and included ropeway and Lake Ashi cruise.
“A full and fun day out with our guide happy who was lovely and have great learnings and interesting facts The day was perfectly planned and was very enjoyable”
From Osaka, ride the Sagano Romantic Train, walk Arashiyama bamboo, and visit Kiyomizudera and Fushimi Inari with an English guide.
“A big thanks to Masa for being our guide. He made the tour a lot of fun for our group”
Fukuoka day trip to Takachiho Gorge, a vintage train, and Amano Yasugawara shrine. Heated bus and photo-ready nature and myth.
“Really fun day trip! Takachiho Gorge was beautiful and definitely worth the visit – the cliffs and river were amazing. The scenic railway ride was a nice touch and super relaxing. It’s a long day, but everything was well-organized and stress-free. Great way to see Takachiho from Fukuoka without worrying about the travel.”
Osaka day trip to Kyoto with Sagano Romantic Train, Arashiyama bamboo, Kiyomizudera, and Fushimi Inari. Includes guide and train tickets.
“Our tour guide Masa was amazing! He was knowledgeable and informative, had a great sense of humour and provided us with a fantastic tour. The Romantic train ride was a highlight and I would definitely recommend this tour to others..”
Kyoto to Hiroshima and Miyajima by bullet train: Itsukushima Shrine, Peace Memorial Museum, and Genbaku Dome with an English guide.
“This tour company did an excellent job organizing everything and even got us reserved seats on the bulletin trains to and back all included in the price of the tour. We greatly appreciated that! They walk you to and from the meeting point to thRead more”
Bullet train to Hiroshima and ferry to Miyajima, with Itsukushima Shrine, Genbaku Dome, and the Peace Memorial Museum in one long day.
“The island of Miyagama was a nice tourist experience. The visit to Hiroshima was very moving, and with Sato's help we understood every reason and consequence. I would recommend this tour with Viator, specially because gave us freedom to choose our lunch preference.”
Hotel pickup plus Mt. Fuji 5th Station, Hakone ropeway and Lake Ashi cruise, with optional Shinkansen return to Tokyo.
“The tourist guide is Excellent. Her name is Spring in English she has explained everything in details. Very nice lady.”
One-day Osaka trip to Hiroshima and Miyajima with Shinkansen, ferry to Itsukushima Shrine, okonomiyaki lunch, and Peace Memorial stops.
“The day was very well organised and Kane did very well in keeping the group together and on track. Be mindful that the itinerary is so packed, there isn't much time for toilet breaks or looking at leisure. Was a fantastic day though and would recommend.”
Shinkansen speed to Hiroshima and Miyajima in one day: Peace Memorial Park, Atomic Bomb Dome, Itsukushima torii, deer, and local sweets.
“Great..It was the 1st of January, so it was a busy holiday in Japan.”
See Kamakura and Enoshima in one day: anime-famous High School, the Shonan coast by Enoden train, shrines, street food, and the Great Buddha.
“Very good excursion, Harry was helpful, stayed with group and pointed out points of interest during the tour”
Kyoto Arashiyama day tour with the Sagano Romantic Train, an exciting Hozugawa River boat ride, Bamboo Grove walk, and optional onsen.
“We had our adventure with Tsuki who welcomed us at the train station and showed some old locomotives in the museum, then we hopped on the romantic train and we had the best views in the boat ride. I really appreciate Tsuki for being such an amazing guide, she also shared fun facts about Japan…”
