Japan truly is a must-see destination, with more weird and whacky snippets than any other country in the world. Where else can you come across a vending machine where you can purchase underwear or beer?

What to expect when taking a trip through Japan by railway

Japan is famous for their high-speed trains, sumo wrestlers, sushi, cherry blossom festivals, samurai swords, ninjas, castles, temples and their super-speedy internet, anime and manga, and the list goes on. There is no chance that you will be bored whilst in Japan.

There are so many weird and wonderful things to experience in Japan, with countless things to see, including Mt Fuji, the Himeji-jo castle, the Tokyo national museum, and Japan’s back roads with ancient pilgrimage trails, among countless other attractions. Japan really is a feast for the senses, with traditional Japanese food, traditional wear, and of course, the breath-taking sights and attractions on offer.

One of the most exciting ways to experience Japan is on railway, with the country renowned for having one of the best transport systems in the world. Going by train is usually the transportation method of choice, as the railway system is highly efficient and speedy, making it easy and comfortable to travel to most areas of the country.

What to expect when taking a trip through Japan by railway

There are numerous places to see whilst on the Japan Rail Pass (also known as the JR Pass), which is probably the most cost-effective way for travellers to get around Japan. Uniquely, only foreigners are allowed on this train, and subsequently, the JR Pass is a good way to meet people from all over the world. However, this setup does unfortunately isolate travellers from the Japanese locals. You can tailor your tip according to the 7, 14 or 21 days on offer with this pass.

Some of the best places you can see whilst on a railway trip in Japan:

• View the Chiba Prefecture in Kanto when you’re on the Sotobo Line. A blissful rural getaway, travellers can revel in the lush rural grasslands that span for miles. There fields are filled with rice and flowers. The line continues to run toward along the Pacific Ocean, with the final destination being the city of Kamogawa, where travellers can walk along Kamogawa beach

• View Kumamoto Prefecture In Kysushu on the Hisatsu Line. This Prefecture is located on the island of Kyushu, and contains Japan’s most active volcano, Mt Aso.

• View Shizouka Prefecture in Kanto on the Tokaido Shinkansen line. While on the train, travelers can experience the gorgeous sight of Mount Fuji.

• Take in the sights of Japan’s countryside, comprised of vast mountains, rivers, striking cherry blossom trees and so many more sights to delight the eyes. Travelers can experience this whilst on the Chuo Line running from Tokyo to Nagoya.

• The Hanwa Line runs Osaka to Wakayama, which is full of the wondrous sights of cherry blossoms, particularly in spring.

• Sunflowers abound amongst rows of colourful flowerbeds when travelers take a ride on the Furano Line, travelling through Asahikawa in Hokkaido.

If you’re travelling at night and find that you’re looking for ways to kill the time, you can whip out your mobile device and play some of the games available at Euro Palace. Alternatively, you could read your favourite book, or write down your adventures in a journal. Whatever you do whilst on your journey throughout Japan, day or night, you’re bound to have an incredible, and utterly unforgettable, time.