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Tours by Bullet Train From Tokyo
As Japan’s capital and major transportation hub, Tokyo makes an ideal base for exploring the nation by its excellent network of some of the world’s fastest trains. From Kyoto to Hiroshima, here are popular destinations you can visit by train.
Kyoto — 2 hours and 50 minutes from Tokyo
There’s no need to skip the sights of Kyoto thanks to a day trip by rail from Tokyo.
Mt. Fuji — 2 hours and 20 minutes from Tokyo
While there’s no Shinkansen bullet train from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji, a number of nearby stops offer connections.
Hiroshima — 1 hour and 40 minutes from Kyoto
Continue your high-speed train journey from Kyoto to Hiroshima and learn about the 1945 bombings.
Nara — 2 hours and 20 minutes from Kyoto
Nara is home to eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a wealth of pagodas, temples, and Buddhist shrines.
Nagano — 1.5 hours from Tokyo
Nagano is known for its natural hot springs, snow skiing in winter, and summer alpine hiking.
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