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The Best Episodes of Train Cruise Season 5

Every episode of Train Cruise Season 5 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Train Cruise Season 5!

Criss-cross Japan by rail. Enjoy an amazing diversity of nature and scenery across the four seasons, exploring both well-known and hidden Japan.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Train Cruise Season 5 Episode 1 - Hokkaido: Into the Harsh Winter of Japan's Far North
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    #1 - Hokkaido: Into the Harsh Winter of Japan's Far North

    S5:E1

    Our journey takes place in Japan's northern island of Hokkaido, where we travel to the northernmost part of the island using local train lines. The harsh Hokkaido winter scenery passes outside the windows, treating passengers to dreamy frozen landscapes bustling with wildlife. We even catch one of the few trains in Japan that runs through areas of heavy snowfall, as well as visit a travel lodge built in the style of an old train station, and even indulge ourselves with some famous eki-soba. This two-night/three-day trip will fill you with the magic of Hokkaido's winter.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. Train Cruise Season 5 Episode 2 - Along the Coast of the Seto Inland Sea
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    #2 - Along the Coast of the Seto Inland Sea

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    Located in western Japan, the Seto Inland Sea is home to about 700 islands. This episode, we travel from Okayama Prefecture to Hiroshima Prefecture along the coast. The La Malle de Bois train is perfect for tourists with free Wi-Fi and outlets, while the Setouchi Marine View's huge windows allow for amazing views of the ocean. While taking in the beautiful sights, we stop at Kurashiki, Onomichi, Takehara, Kure, and finally Hiroshima, enjoying all that they have to offer.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. Train Cruise Season 5 Episode 3 - A Volcanic Peninsula on a Single-car Train
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    #3 - A Volcanic Peninsula on a Single-car Train

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    The Shimabara Railway runs along the coast of the Shimabara Peninsula, which is located in Nagasaki Prefecture in Kyushu. The peninsula is dominated by massive volcanoes and is blessed with hot springs and spring water gushing out in many places. At a seaside station, there is a marvelous view of the dynamic change in the tide, and we can also enjoy a crab dish. Furthermore, there is a beautiful Japanese garden with abundant spring water. We can fully enjoy the journey on a cute single-car train.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. Train Cruise Season 5 Episode 4 - Heartbeat of a Northern Land
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    #4 - Heartbeat of a Northern Land

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    Our journey takes place in Japan's northern island of Hokkaido, where we travel along a figure 8-shaped route on local lines in the island's southern part. Rising amidst the railroad line is Mt. Komagatake, a stunning mountain whose different sides can be enjoyed from the train. Furthermore, we can see the high-speed Hokkaido Shinkansen, as well as experience a culinary treat indispensable to Japanese train travel, Ekiben. This 3 days 2 nights trip will delight you with Hokkaido's autumn.

    Director:Unknown
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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"Hokkaido: Into the Harsh Winter of Japan's Far North" is the best rated episode of "Train Cruise" season 5. It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 2/10/2017. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Along the Coast of the Seto Inland Sea".