Joyful Trains
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SATONO
Relaxing travel with warm hometown comfort
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Hinabi
Experience local charm on a relaxing railway getaway
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KAIRI
Experience the cuisine and beautiful vistas of Niigata and Shonai
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Koshino Shu*Kura
This train was built around the concept of sake
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TOHOKU EMOTION
An all-dining-car culinary adventure through Tohoku
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Oykot
Experience the rustic Japan of yesteryear amid pristine rivers and open skies along the Iiyama Line
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Resort Shirakami (Buna / Aoike / Kumagera)
Stunning seaside scenery along the Gono line
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Resort View Furusato
Romantic, scenic views from a time gone by
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SL Gunma
A scenic trip through the Gunma countryside aboard a historic steam locomotive
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HIGH RAIL 1375
Panoramic star-filled views from a train that almost touches the sky
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B.B.BASE
A new way to travel—— hybrid adventure by rail and bicycle
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POKÉMON with YOU Train
Pokémon visits for bringing smiles to the whole family
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SL Banetsu Monogatari
A railway adventure with views of forests and waters that’s fun for the whole family
What Are Joyful Trains?
Joyful Trains are more than just transportation—they turn the ride into part of the adventure!
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Applicable Passes
The passes below are valid for travel aboard applicable trains free of additional charges.Advance pass purchase and seat reservation are required.
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JR EAST PASS
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JR Tohoku-South Hokkaido Rail Pass
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JR East-South Hokkaido Rail Pass
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JR TOKYO Wide Pass
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Hokuriku Arch Pass
- * Exceptions may apply for special train service or depending on the destination of travel.
- * Some passes listed may only be valid for travel in part of the train service area.
Onboard cuisine
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Find by pass
The passes below are valid for travel aboard applicable trains free of additional charges.
* Some passes listed may only be valid for travel in part of the train service area.
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JR EAST PASS
- Applicable trains
- Adults (12 years and older)
- ¥35,000 (5days)
- ¥50,000 (10 days)
- Children (6 - 11 years old)
- ¥17,500 (5days)
- ¥25,000 (10days)
Unlimited travel for 5/10 days on trains/Shinkansen in the service area
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JR East-South Hokkaido Rail Pass
- Applicable trains
- Adults (12 years and older)
- ¥40,000 (6 days)
- Children (6 - 11 years old)
- ¥20,000 (6 days)
Unlimited travel for 6 days on trains/Shinkansen in the service area
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Hokuriku Arch Pass
- Applicable trains
- Adults (12 years and older)
- ¥35,000 (7days)
- Children (6 - 11 years old)
- ¥17,500 (7days)
7 days of unlimited travel on trains and Shinkansen in the area covered!
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JR Tohoku-South Hokkaido Rail Pass
- Applicable trains
- Adults (12 years and older)
- ¥32,000 (6 days)
- Children (6 - 11 years old)
- ¥16,000 (6 days)
Unlimited travel for 6 days on trains/Shinkansen in the service area
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JR TOKYO Wide Pass
- Applicable trains
- Adults (12 years and older)
- ¥16,000 (3days)
- Children (6 - 11 years old)
- ¥8,000 (3days)
Unlimited travel for 3 days on trains/Shinkansen in the service area