Oykot
Experience the rustic Japan of yesteryear amid pristine rivers and open skies along the Iiyama Line
Features
The true spirit of regional Japan
The Iiyama Line runs along the Chikuma River (Shinano River), surrounded by idyllic rural landscapes of hills, fields and quaint homes.
Experience the true spirit of regional Japan on a relaxing journey sure to put your mind at ease.
Onboard activities
Get to know the locals, listen to musical performances and learn about the local area.
- *Content and track sections may vary by date of operation.
- *Subject to cancellation without notice if required.
Seats
Four-person box seats
The box seats are the perfect place to enjoy your ride on Oykot.Box seats accommodate four people,making them perfect for families or groups.
The interior is designed to evoke an old Japanese home, creating an atmosphere of lighthearted nostalgia that brings back memories of visiting relatives during summer holidays.
Two-person seats (box seats and loveseats)
There are two types of two-person seating, box seats and loveseats. Spacious box seats are a perfect way to relax with someone special.
- * Two-person box seats shown in photo.
Routes & Timetables
| Trains | Routes |
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| Oykot (Outbound) | (Shinano) Nagano - Tōkamachi |
| Oykot (Inbound) | Tōkamachi - (Shinano) Nagano |
| Yuki no Oykot (Outbound) | (Shinano) Nagano - Tōkamachi |
| Yuki no Oykot (Inbound) | Tōkamachi - (Shinano) Nagano |
| Tokamachi Yukimi Oykot (Outbound) | (Shinano) Nagano - Tōkamachi |
| Tokamachi Yukimi Oykot (Inbound) | Tōkamachi - (Shinano) Nagano |
Tickets & Reservations
Both a basic fare ticket (or pass) and a reserved seat ticket are required to board.
Oykot is reserved seats only (non-smoking). Advance purchase required.
Option 1: Purchase a basic fare ticket and reserved seat ticket
Basic Fare Ticket
Reserved Seat Ticket
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Purchase online
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Go to the JR-EAST Train Reservation (opens in a new window) website and click "Purchase tickets".
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Click "Joyful Trains" in the "Ride Joyful Trains" section.
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Select a train.
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Choose the car, seat type (Green Car, box seats, etc.) and route.
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Click "Reserve Now" to proceed to the reservation details.
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Enter the date of travel, departure and arrival stations, and the number of adults and children, and click "Reserve Now".
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Choose from the available train times, check the box by the train, then click "Select".
To choose a different time, select "Previous train" or "Next train" to view time for the trains before and after that currently selected.
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Confirm purchase details, and if correct, click "Buy Tickets" to proceed to the purchase screen.
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A JR-EAST Train Reservation account is required for purchase.
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Option 2: Purchase a pass and reserve a seat
JR EAST PASS
Reserved Seat Ticket
(No Charge)
Holders of a rail pass issued by JR EAST (JAPAN RAIL PASS, JR EAST PASS, etc.) valid for within the service area can reserve a seat free of additional charges.
Seats can be reserved at a ticket office or online.
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1. Purchasing a JR EAST PASS
Purchase a pass valid for the Joyful Train you wish to ride on the JR-EAST Train Reservation website or at a ticket office in Japan.
See the "How to Buy a Pass" page for more information on purchase and pickup. -
2. Reserving a seat (reserved seat ticket) for pass holders
Holders of a rail pass issued by JR East (JAPAN RAIL PASS, JR EAST PASS, etc.) may board simply by reserving a seat (reserved seat ticket).
Seat reservations can be made from 10:00 AM* one month before the departure date at ticket offices (Midori-no-Madoguchi) or Reserved Seat Ticket Vending Machines of select stations, or on the JR-East Train Reservation website (opens in a new window). *10:10 AM for Reserved Seat Ticket Vending Machines
Making reservations on the JR-EAST Train Reservation website
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Go to the JR-EAST Train Reservation (opens in a new window) website and click "Seat reservation".
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A JR-EAST Train Reservation account is required to make reservations.
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Applicable passes Oykot
Holders of any of the following rail passes who are traveling in the applicable service area can ride free of additional charges.
Reserved seat ticket required in advance. Reserve for free at any sales location or on the JR-EAST Train Reservation website.