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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 28 unique rail journeys with 2,688 departures operated by Japan's leading tour operators. Easily compare prices, itineraries, inclusions and traveller reviews to find the Japan rail journey that best matches your travel style, budget and dates.
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28 Rail Journeys (2,688 Departures)
28 Rail Journeys (2,688 Departures)
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9 Day Japan Express – Osaka to Tokyo with G Adventures
Tour
 (3)

9 Days Osaka to Tokyo
Operator: G Adventures
Departures: Aug 2026 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$4,233
Save 1,268
Per Person
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9 Day Japan Express with Intrepid Travel
Tour

9 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operator: Intrepid
Departures: Feb 2027 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$3,131
Save 71
Per Person
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14 Day Discover Japan with G Adventures
Tour
 (2)

14 Days Tokyo to Tokyo
Operator: G Adventures
Departures: Aug 2026 to May 2027
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$6,482
Save 2,337
Per Person
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11 Day Back Roads of Japan with G Adventures
Tour
 (1)

11 Days Tokyo to Kyoto
Operator: G Adventures
Departures: Aug 2026 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$4,887
Save 1,762
Per Person
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11 Day Independent Treasures of Japan with Globus
New ReleaseTour
 (1)

11 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operator: Globus
Departures: Aug 2026 to Mar 2028
Trip Styles: Rail, Scenic
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$9,689
Save 456
Per Person
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6 Day Japan: Tokyo Nights & Kyoto Temples with G Adventures
Tour
 (1)

6 Days Tokyo to Kyoto
Operator: G Adventures
Departures: Aug 2026 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail, 18-30's, Short Break
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$1,765
Save 488
Per Person
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6 Day Japan: Castles & Cuisine with G Adventures
Tour

6 Days Kyoto to Osaka
Operator: G Adventures
Departures: Aug 2026 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail, 18-30's, Short Break
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$1,765
Save 377
Per Person
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11 Day Classic Japan with Intrepid Travel
Tour

11 Days Kyoto to Tokyo
Operator: Intrepid
Departures: Aug 2026 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$6,227
Save 833
Per Person
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10 Day Japan Winter Wonder with Contiki
Tour

10 Days Osaka to Tokyo
Operator: Contiki
Departures: Nov 2026 to Mar 2027
Trip Styles: Rail, 18-30's, Winter, Scenic
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$3,545
Per Person
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12 Day Japan: Sushi & Shrines with Topdeck
Tour

12 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operator: Topdeck
Departures: Sep 2026 to Mar 2027
Trip Styles: Small Group, Rail, 18-30's, Scenic
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$5,026
Save 373
Per Person
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9 Day Classic Japan with Abercrombie & Kent
New ReleaseTour

9 Days Tokyo to Kyoto
Operator: Abercrombie & Kent
Departures: Nov 2026 to Dec 2027
Trip Styles: Coach, Small Group, Rail, Scenic
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$24,240
Save 1,548
Per Person
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11 Day Solo-ish Japan with G Adventures
New ReleaseTour

11 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operator: G Adventures
Departures: Sep 2026 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail, Solo Travellers
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$6,012
Save 1,657
Per Person
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10 Day Essential Japan with Intrepid Travel
Tour

10 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operator: Intrepid
Departures: Aug 2026 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail, 18-30's
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$1,977
Save 713
Per Person
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11 Day Japan Real Food Adventure with Intrepid Travel
Tour

11 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operator: Intrepid
Departures: Aug 2026 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail, Food & Wine
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$5,239
Save 1,246
Per Person
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9 Day Japan Highlights with Intrepid Travel
Tour

9 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operator: Intrepid
Departures: Jul 2026 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$4,069
Save 1,164
Per Person
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15 Day Japan & South Korea: From Tokyo to Seoul with Collette
New ReleaseTour

15 Days Tokyo to Seoul
Operator: Collette
Departures: Sep 2026 to May 2028
Trip Styles: Coach, Small Group, Rail, Scenic
Visits: Japan, South Korea
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$12,788
Save 1,699
Per Person
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12 Day Northern Japan & Hokkaido Adventure with Intrepid Travel
New ReleaseTour

12 Days Tokyo to Sapporo
Operator: Intrepid
Departures: Aug 2026 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$7,585
Save 337
Per Person
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11 Day Epic Japan: Speed Trains & Street Food with G Adventures
Tour

11 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operator: G Adventures
Departures: Aug 2026 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail, 18-30's
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$2,623
Save 559
Per Person
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20 Day Japan Adventure with Intrepid Travel
New ReleaseTour

20 Days Tokyo to Sapporo
Operator: Intrepid
Departures: Aug 2026 to Dec 2027
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$12,078
Save 1,617
Per Person
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9 Day Independent Tokyo, Kyoto & Hiroshima City Stays with Globus
New ReleaseTour

9 Days Tokyo to Hiroshima
Operator: Globus
Departures: Aug 2026 to Mar 2028
Trip Styles: Rail, Scenic
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$7,866
Save 382
Per Person
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12 Day Premium Japan with Intrepid Travel
Tour

12 Days Tokyo to Kyoto
Operator: Intrepid
Departures: Jan 2027 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$10,187
Save 265
Per Person
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7 Day Japan Highlights: Karaoke & Katsu with Topdeck
Tour

7 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operator: Topdeck
Departures: Aug 2026 to Mar 2027
Trip Styles: Small Group, Rail, 18-30's, Scenic
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$2,420
Save 179
Per Person
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12 Day Japan: Land of the Rising Sun with Intrepid Travel
Tour

12 Days Tokyo to Kyoto
Operator: Intrepid
Departures: Aug 2026 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$5,539
Save 1,619
Per Person
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7 Day Independent Tokyo & Kyoto City Stays with Globus
New ReleaseTour

7 Days Tokyo to Kyoto
Operator: Globus
Departures: Aug 2026 to Mar 2028
Trip Styles: Rail, Scenic
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$6,110
Save 286
Per Person
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9 Day Premium Highlights of Japan with Intrepid Travel
Tour

9 Days Tokyo to Kyoto
Operator: Intrepid
Departures: Jan 2027 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$8,198
Save 197
Per Person
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12 or 11 Day Japan Winter Adventure with Trafalgar
New ReleaseTour

12 or 11 Days Osaka to Tokyo or Osaka to Sapporo
Operator: Trafalgar
Departures: Dec 2026 to Feb 2028
Trip Styles: Coach, Rail, Winter, Scenic
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$9,939
Save 2,021
Per Person
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9 Day Independent Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka City Stays with Globus
New ReleaseTour

9 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operator: Globus
Departures: Aug 2026 to Mar 2028
Trip Styles: Rail, Scenic
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$8,205
Save 388
Per Person
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11 Day Japan Family Journey: From Ancient to Modern Times with G Adventures
Tour

11 Days Tokyo to Kyoto
Operator: G Adventures
Departures: Aug 2026 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail, Family
Visits: Japan
Exclusive Savings
From (Per Person)
A$6,160
Save 2,819
Per Person
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