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Japan Rail Journeys Starting In May 2026, 2027 and 2028

Are you planning a rail journey through Japan in May 2026, 2027 or 2028? Choose from 50 unique rail journeys with 3,662 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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50 Rail Journeys (3,662 Rail Journey Departures)
12 Day Classic Japan: Land of the Rising Sun with Cosmos
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12 Days Tokyo to Kyoto
Operated By: Cosmos
Departures: Mar 2026 to Nov 2027
Trip Styles: Coach, Rail, Scenic
Visit: Japan
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9 Day Japan Express – Osaka to Tokyo with G Adventures
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9 Days Osaka to Tokyo
Operated By: G Adventures
Departures: Jan 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: Jan 2026 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visit: Japan
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8 Day Highlights of Japan with Explore Worldwide
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8 Days Tokyo to Kyoto
Operated By: Explore Worldwide
Departures: Mar 2026 to Nov 2027
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: Feb 2026 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visit: Japan
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17 Day Culture and Art of Japan with APT
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17 Days Tokyo to Fukuoka
Operated By: APT
Departures: Mar 2026 to Nov 2026
Trip Styles: Coach, Rail, Scenic
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: Jan 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: Jan 2026 to Dec 2028
Visit: Japan
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11 Day Majestic Japan with Luxury Gold
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11 Days Osaka to Tokyo
Operated By: Luxury Gold
Departures: Mar 2026 to Nov 2027
Trip Styles: Coach, Small Group, Rail, Scenic
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: Jan 2026 to Mar 2027
Trip Styles: Rail, Scenic
Visit: Japan
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26 Day Cultural Wonders of Japan and South Korea with APT
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26 Days Seoul to Fukuoka
Operated By: APT
Departures: Mar 2026 to Oct 2026
Trip Styles: Coach, Rail, Scenic
Visit: South Korea, 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: Apr 2026 to May 2027
Trip Styles: Coach, Small Group, Rail, Scenic
Visit: Japan, South Korea
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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: Jan 2026 to Dec 2027
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visit: Japan
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14 Day Ancient & Modern Japan with Exodus Adventure Travels
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14 Days Kyoto to Tokyo
Departures: Mar 2026 to Nov 2027
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
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: Jan 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: Jan 2026 to Dec 2028
Visit: Japan
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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: Jan 2026 to Dec 2027
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
Visit: Japan
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11 Day Classic Japan with Trafalgar
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11 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operated By: Trafalgar
Departures: Jan 2026 to Nov 2027
Trip Styles: Coach, Rail, Scenic
Visit: Japan
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21 Day Ancient Kingdoms of Japan and South Korea with APT
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21 Days Seoul to Osaka
Operated By: APT
Departures: Mar 2026 to Oct 2026
Trip Styles: Coach, Rail, Scenic
Visit: South Korea, Japan
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15 Day Classic Japan with Scenic
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15 Days Fukuoka to Tokyo
Operated By: Scenic
Departures: Oct 2026 to Nov 2027
Trip Styles: Coach, Small Group, Rail, Scenic
Visit: Japan
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20 Day Essential Japan with Scenic
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20 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operated By: Scenic
Departures: Oct 2026 to Oct 2027
Trip Styles: Coach, Small Group, Rail, 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: Jan 2026 to Dec 2027
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail, 18-30's
Visit: Japan
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12 Day Land of the Samurai with On The Go Tours
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12 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operated By: On The Go Tours
Departures: Mar 2026 to Nov 2027
Trip Styles: Small Group, Rail, Scenic
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: Jan 2026 to Dec 2028
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail, 18-30's
Visit: Japan
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10 Day Journey Through Japan... A Family Adventure with Tauck
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10 Days Tokyo to Kyoto
Operated By: Tauck
Departures: Jun 2026 to Aug 2027
Trip Styles: Rail, Family, Scenic
Visit: Japan
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12 Day Japan: Hike, Bike & Kayak with Intrepid Travel
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12 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operated By: Intrepid Travel
Departures: Mar 2026 to Nov 2027
Visit: Japan
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8 Day Japan Highlights Family Holiday with Intrepid Travel
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8 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Operated By: Intrepid Travel
Departures: Mar 2026 to Oct 2027
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail, Family
Visit: Japan
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8 Day Highlights of Japan with Exodus Adventure Travels
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8 Days Tokyo to Osaka
Departures: Mar 2026 to Nov 2027
Trip Styles: Adventure, Small Group, Rail
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: Jan 2026 to Mar 2027
Trip Styles: Small Group, Rail, 18-30's, Scenic
Visit: Japan
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13 Day Essence of Japan with Tauck
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13 Days Tokyo to Kyoto
Operated By: Tauck
Departures: Jun 2026 to Nov 2027
Trip Styles: Coach, Rail, Scenic
Visit: Japan
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