East Japan Golden Route & GranClass Train Travel
The East Japan Golden Route is a Shinkansen travel corridor connecting Tokyo with major northern destinations such as Sendai, Morioka, Hachinohe, Aomori, and Hakodate. This region generally receives fewer international visitors than western Japan, which may enable itineraries that engage more closely with local culture and everyday life. JR East provides fast and comfortable long-distance rail travel across northern Japan. On selected Shinkansen services, including trains operating along this route, GranClass offers our highest seating grade, featuring spacious comfort, a quiet cabin environment, and attentive service by dedicated staff. Food and beverage offerings vary by train. Travel time between Tokyo and Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto can be as short as around 4 hours.
Travel agents contact JR East Los Angeles Office Travel Manager, Mizuho Kanayama: kanayama@japanrail.com
*Information and itinerary consultation only. Product development and arrangements for rail tickets and hotels are handled by JR Group travel agencies. Commission and contracting for train-related travel products are handled through JR Group travel agencies. We can connect you with the appropriate partner upon request.
