The ancient name of Japan is Mizuho-no-Kuni which translates to “The land of abundance.” You’ll discover western Japan’s abundance of nature, history, and culture as you ride in supreme comfort. The Mizukaze company describes the cars’ design as “Superior quality with a touch of nostalgia,” or “nostalgia-modern.” The open-air observation car, gourmet dishes, and rooms on the luxury sleeper train combine into a calming yet evocative atmosphere.
The train’s “Mizukaze Green” exterior seamlessly blends with the surrounding nature, and gold accents kiss its streamlined form. The head car has an observation deck with an engineer’s compartment reminiscent of a bygone era.
The interior takes inspiration from the 1920s and 1930s Art Deco style. Decorative pieces from areas along your route grace every car. No matter where you go, a bit of the local flair seems to follow you for a truly immersive enterprise.
The ancient name of Japan is Mizuho-no-Kuni which translates to “The land of abundance.” You’ll discover western Japan’s abundance of nature, history, and culture as you ride in supreme comfort. The Mizukaze company describes the cars’ design as “Superior quality with a touch of nostalgia,” or “nostalgia-modern.” The open-air observation car, gourmet dishes, and rooms on the luxury sleeper train combine into a calming yet evocative atmosphere.
From October to December, watch as the leaves change colors into patchworks of blazing crimson and glittering gold. At last, winter hails in bright, clear skies despite the chilly temperatures outside.
You’ll savor the charms of western Japan through the extravagant variety of local ingredients in every dish. Famed food columnist Takeshi Kadokami created the original menu to give guests an experience infused with meaning and delight. The onboard culinary artisans are head chefs and owners of some of the most prestigious restaurants across the country.
Twilight Express Mizukaze’s sleeper cars have a capacity for 34 passengers.
Royal Single/Twin: Comfortable, retractable beds make the compartment ideal for relaxation. Large windows on both sides provide sweeping views of the retreating scenery. Some of the windows can open to let in the fresh breeze of the countryside. Custom-made traditional crafts that reflect the five prefectures of the Chugoku region adorn the room.
The Suite: Twilight Express Mizukaze’s Suite is something quite rare. The room takes up an entire rail car and includes all of the facilities befitting a hotel suite. The en suite bathroom houses a shower and a tub. The living room has two sofas propped against panoramic windows. Perhaps the most alluring amenity, though, is the private balcony where you can observe and reflect upon the beauty of Japan.
There are inbound, outbound, and circular tours of varying lengths from which to choose. All run between Shimonoseki Station, Kyoto Station, and Osaka Station. Daily sightseeing stops include acclaimed locations like Korakuen garden, Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island, and the Sea of Japan. Twilight Express Mizukaze also provides exclusive experiences, theatrical performances, and lectures about Japanese culture and history.
Inbound and Outbound tours concentrate on either the Sanyo or Sanin areas, while circular tours explore both. Twilight Express Mizukaze strives to create the most memorable, comfortable, and one-of-a-kind experiences no matter the course. Whether it’s your first or thousandth visit to Japan, you’re guaranteed to see a new side to the country. On your next adventure through western Japan, don’t miss the opportunity to climb aboard the Twilight Express Mizukaze.
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The Sugino Group
This tour was a once in a lifetime experience and we are so happy and grateful we got to experience it. We learned so much about Japan and its culture. We got to stayed in traditional Japanese hotels and enjoyed traditional meals. Our guide and driver were very professional and always on time. They always made sure we were comfortable. We really hope we get the opportunity to do another tour with AJT
The Lam Family
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Christine, Jamie, and Wendoyn
Complex itinerary. Perfectly organized logistics. Excellent people to work with.
Shakeel & Joan
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