Twilight Express Mizukaze

One of Japan's most coveted luxury trains, the Twilight Express runs the rails between Kyoto, Osaka, and Shimonoseki at the southern trip Honshu, with opportunities to delve into traditional culture, art, and history at stops like Matsue, Izumo, and Miyajima along the way.

Operated by Japan's JR East and Jr West rail companies, the train also passes along the Sea of Japan, Mount Daisen and the Seto Inland Sea islands, best viewed from the glass-encased observation car. 

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express 

Arguably the most famous train in the world, the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, a Belmond train, whisks guests back to the glamour of the 1920s, complete with tuxedos at dinner and champagne-laced lobster brunches in Paris. 

Always one to innovate, in addition to its lavish staterooms and Pullman compartments, the VSOE recently welcomed L'Observatoire, a private and exclusive sleeper carriage designed by leading artist JR. 

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