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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.
“Tour itself was great, not only thanks to weather, but also to truly dedicated guide super-Hiro. One star down for the lunch, bento box would be a better choice compared to this "buffet lunch".”
Guided 10-hour Mt Fuji 5th Station and Hakone cruise day from Tokyo with ropeway, buffet lunch options, and a Shinkansen ride back.
“Just finished the Mt. Fuji, Cruise, and Bullet Train day trip, and it was a 10/10 experience. The sights were amazing, but the service set this tour apart. Our host, Lovely, was wonderful. She was patient, kind, and genuinely great to talk to throughout the day. She made sure we didn't miss a thing. Thank…”
Fuji and Hakone in one long day from Tokyo: 5th Station, Owakudani ropeway, Lake Ashi cruise, then Shinkansen back.
“Amazing experience Ujie was an amazing guide really good adventure”
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.
“Great experience. This excursion was amazing. Everything well thought out and flowed perfectly. My family really enjoyed it.”
From Osaka, ride the Sagano Romantic Train, walk Arashiyama bamboo, and visit Kiyomizudera and Fushimi Inari with an English guide.
“Good trip needed more time in the towns as the shops looked really nice”
Fukuoka day trip to Takachiho Gorge, a vintage train, and Amano Yasugawara shrine. Heated bus and photo-ready nature and myth.
“Daisy made the day, an insightful and very memorable experience! The trip was well planned and executed! It was a great way to see nature and explore places you wouldn’t find on your own. Daisy also gave great recommendations for the city that sadly, I wasn’t able to use because I was leaving.”
Osaka day trip to Kyoto with Sagano Romantic Train, Arashiyama bamboo, Kiyomizudera, and Fushimi Inari. Includes guide and train tickets.
“Our tour guide was very good and the three things we saw were very interesting, but there was far too much walking. The tour should be called a walking tour. The toughest part is most of the walking is on a noticeable incline.”
Kyoto to Hiroshima and Miyajima by bullet train: Itsukushima Shrine, Peace Memorial Museum, and Genbaku Dome with an English guide.
“It was good but better if more time allocated to the museum and less on Mijayima. I ended up rushing through and missed some of the exhibits.”
Bullet train to Hiroshima and ferry to Miyajima, with Itsukushima Shrine, Genbaku Dome, and the Peace Memorial Museum in one long day.
“They took care of us from start to finish. Had a great local guide who took us to the places and gave great information.”
Hotel pickup plus Mt. Fuji 5th Station, Hakone ropeway and Lake Ashi cruise, with optional Shinkansen return to Tokyo.
“This was such a nice change of pace. We had a very busy few days in tokyo leading up to this tour. Being driven through the country side filled with autumn leaves, with stunning views of Fuji was just the break we needed. There's a bunch of Read more”
One-day Osaka trip to Hiroshima and Miyajima with Shinkansen, ferry to Itsukushima Shrine, okonomiyaki lunch, and Peace Memorial stops.
“This day tour was amazing. Being able to walk the area directly underneath the air burst was interesting. We were also able to see the museum but I caution that it can be crowded and the set up can feel rushed. After that we spent the afternoon seeing the sights on a small island. Takane…”
Shinkansen speed to Hiroshima and Miyajima in one day: Peace Memorial Park, Atomic Bomb Dome, Itsukushima torii, deer, and local sweets.
“This was a memorable day trip. I appreciated having enough time to explore both Hiroshima and Miyajima. The guide shared interesting stories about the local culture. The train ride from Osaka was smooth, which made the whole experience stress-free.”
See Kamakura and Enoshima in one day: anime-famous High School, the Shonan coast by Enoden train, shrines, street food, and the Great Buddha.
“Although our guide was friendly, more information about the places we were going would have been more helpful.”
Kyoto Arashiyama day tour with the Sagano Romantic Train, an exciting Hozugawa River boat ride, Bamboo Grove walk, and optional onsen.
“Itsuki was an awesome guide and we had an incredible time! I would highly recommend this tour if you like to do a bit of leaf peeping and birding/ connecting with nature. The leaves had already begun to change in late October so the river boat experience was extra special🍁 We loved our tour with…”
