Unique Trains in Japan
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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!
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