Unique Trains in Japan

Published on : 21/06/2021
by : Japan Experience

Japan may be best known for its high-speed train, Shinkansen, but it is also home to some unique trains.

Everything you should know about character trains in Japan

Japan is home to some of the world’s most scenic train journeys. The country offers a wide array of trains which showcase its culture as well as the specificities of each prefecture. And most of them are covered with the Japan Rail Pass.

With our guide, discover the wide range of fun and exciting character trains, and trains with the best view.

You will enjoy travelling in Japan by train!

Unique Trains in Japan

The Tohoku Emotion

The Tohoku Emotion is a Japanese train, which crosses the northernmost part of the main island of Honshu and makes you taste the specialties of the region.

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JR shikoku 8000series 8503 anpanman train

Cute Character Trains In Japan

Character Trains In Japan: see a listing of Japan's many cute character trains with special liveries and interiors such as the Anpanman train, Tama train and Yokai train.

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