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Japan Rail Journeys Starting In December 2026, 2027 and 2028

Are you planning a rail journey through Japan in December 2026, 2027 or 2028? Choose from 27 unique rail journeys with 2,888 departures operated by Japan's leading tour operators. Easily compare prices, itineraries, inclusions and traveler reviews to find the Japan rail journey that best matches your travel style, budget and dates.
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27 Rail Journeys (2,888 Rail Journey Departures)
9 Day Japan Express – Osaka to Tokyo with G Adventures
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9 Days Osaka to Tokyo
Operated By: G Adventures
Departures: Mar 2026 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visit: Japan
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14 Day Discover Japan with G Adventures
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14 Days Tokyo to Tokyo
Operated By: G Adventures
Departures: Mar 2026 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visit: Japan
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11 Day Back Roads of Japan with G Adventures
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11 Days Tokyo to Kyoto
Operated By: G Adventures
Departures: Mar 2026 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visit: Japan
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11 Day Independent Treasures of Japan with Globus
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11 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operated By: Globus
Departures: Mar 2026 to Mar 2027
Trip Styles: Rail, Scenic
Visit: Japan
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6 Day Japan: Tokyo Nights & Kyoto Temples with G Adventures
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6 Days Tokyo to Kyoto
Operated By: G Adventures
Departures: Mar 2026 to Dec 2028
Visit: Japan
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11 Day Classic Japan with Intrepid Travel
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11 Days Kyoto to Tokyo
Operated By: Intrepid Travel
Departures: Mar 2026 to Dec 2027
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visit: Japan
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7 Day Independent Tokyo & Kyoto City Stays with Globus
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7 Days Tokyo to Kyoto
Operated By: Globus
Departures: Mar 2026 to Mar 2027
Trip Styles: Rail, Scenic
Visit: Japan
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11 Day Solo-ish Japan with G Adventures
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11 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operated By: G Adventures
Departures: Apr 2026 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail, Solo Travellers
Visit: Japan
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12 Day Japan Winter Adventure with Trafalgar
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12 Days Osaka to Tokyo
Operated By: Trafalgar
Departures: Nov 2026 to Feb 2027
Trip Styles: Coach, Rail, Winter, Scenic
Visit: Japan
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9 Day Independent Tokyo, Kyoto & Hiroshima City Stays with Globus
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9 Days Tokyo to Hiroshima
Operated By: Globus
Departures: Mar 2026 to Mar 2027
Trip Styles: Rail, Scenic
Visit: Japan
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11 Day Japan Family Journey: From Ancient to Modern Times with G Adventures
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11 Days Tokyo to Kyoto
Operated By: G Adventures
Departures: Mar 2026 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail, Family
Visit: Japan
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7 Day Japan Highlights: Karaoke & Katsu with Topdeck
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7 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operated By: Topdeck
Departures: Mar 2026 to Mar 2027
Trip Styles: Small Group, Rail, 18-30's, Scenic
Visit: Japan
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10 Day Essential Japan with Intrepid Travel
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10 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operated By: Intrepid Travel
Departures: Mar 2026 to Dec 2027
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail, 18-30's
Visit: Japan
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12 Day Japan: Sushi & Shrines with Topdeck
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12 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operated By: Topdeck
Departures: Mar 2026 to Mar 2027
Trip Styles: Small Group, Rail, 18-30's, Scenic
Visit: Japan
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9 Day Japan Express with Intrepid Travel
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9 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operated By: Intrepid Travel
Departures: Mar 2026 to Dec 2027
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visit: Japan
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9 Day Premium Highlights of Japan with Intrepid Travel
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9 Days Tokyo to Kyoto
Operated By: Intrepid Travel
Departures: Mar 2026 to Dec 2027
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visit: Japan
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6 Day Japan: Castles & Cuisine with G Adventures
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6 Days Kyoto to Osaka
Operated By: G Adventures
Departures: Mar 2026 to Dec 2028
Visit: Japan
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12 Day Northern Japan & Hokkaido Adventure with Intrepid Travel
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12 Days Tokyo to Sapporo
Operated By: Intrepid Travel
Departures: Mar 2026 to Dec 2027
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visit: Japan
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10 Day Japan Winter Wonder with Contiki
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10 Days Osaka to Tokyo
Operated By: Contiki
Departures: Mar 2026 to Mar 2027
Trip Styles: Rail, 18-30's, Winter, Scenic
Visit: Japan
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9 Day Japan Highlights with Intrepid Travel
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9 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operated By: Intrepid Travel
Departures: Mar 2026 to Dec 2027
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visit: Japan
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9 Day Independent Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka City Stays with Globus
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9 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operated By: Globus
Departures: Mar 2026 to Mar 2027
Trip Styles: Rail, Scenic
Visit: Japan
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12 Day Premium Japan with Intrepid Travel
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12 Days Tokyo to Kyoto
Operated By: Intrepid Travel
Departures: Mar 2026 to Dec 2027
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visit: Japan
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15 Day Japan & South Korea: From Tokyo to Seoul with Collette
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15 Days Tokyo to Seoul
Operated By: Collette
Departures: May 2026 to May 2027
Trip Styles: Coach, Small Group, Rail, Scenic
Visit: Japan, South Korea
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20 Day Japan Adventure with Intrepid Travel
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20 Days Tokyo to Sapporo
Operated By: Intrepid Travel
Departures: Mar 2026 to Dec 2027
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visit: Japan
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11 Day Japan Real Food Adventure with Intrepid Travel
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11 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operated By: Intrepid Travel
Departures: Mar 2026 to Dec 2027
Visit: Japan
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12 Day Japan: Land of the Rising Sun with Intrepid Travel
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12 Days Tokyo to Kyoto
Operated By: Intrepid Travel
Departures: Mar 2026 to Dec 2027
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visit: Japan
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11 Day Epic Japan: Speed Trains & Street Food with G Adventures
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11 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operated By: G Adventures
Departures: Mar 2026 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail, 18-30's
Visit: Japan
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