Operator profileJR West / JR Central (Sunrise Izumo & Sunrise Seto)
The Sunrise Izumo and Sunrise Seto are Japan's last regularly scheduled sleeper trains, jointly operated by JR West and JR Central. The two trains run coupled together as a single formation between Tokyo and Okayama, where they split: the Izumo portion continues to Izumoshi in Shimane Prefecture, and the Seto portion continues to Takamatsu on Shikoku island.
Key facts
285 series sleeper electric multiple units (five seven-car sets, introduced 1998), offering free 'Nobinobi Zaseki' open carpeted sleeping space and a range of private compartment grades (Solo, Single, Single Twin, Single Deluxe, Sunrise Twin).
Standard JR free baggage allowance.
No formal check-in; board at the platform.
Standard JR ticket refund rules apply; refundability decreases closer to departure.
Reservations open exactly one month before departure at 10:00 JST; popular private compartments, especially the Single Deluxe, can sell out within minutes.
Rail passes
The Japan Rail Pass covers the base fare and limited express fee, and covers the free Nobinobi Zaseki space at no extra cost; private compartments require an additional sleeper supplement (roughly ¥6,600-17,000) even with a valid JR Pass.
Routes operated
Izumo 
12h 10m
JR Sunrise
How to book JR Sunrise
- Check the route and date on our route page, then note the cabin you want.
- Go to the operator’s own booking site — we never resell or mark up fares.
- Pick your cabin: prices rise as the train fills, so book early for the lowest fare.
- Bring photo ID for border crossings, and arrive a few minutes before departure — there is no airport-style check-in.
We link to the operator — we never mark up the fare.
Frequently asked questions
How far in advance can you book JR Sunrise?
Tickets usually go on sale around 30 days before departure, and the cheapest fares go first.
Does JR Sunrise accept Interrail and Eurail passes?
The Japan Rail Pass covers the base fare and limited express fee, and covers the free Nobinobi Zaseki space at no extra cost; private compartments require an additional sleeper supplement (roughly ¥6,600-17,000) even with a valid JR Pass.
What cabins does JR Sunrise offer?
JR Sunrise sells Couchette, Private Cabin. Comfort and privacy differ a lot between them.
What is the luggage policy on JR Sunrise?
Standard JR free baggage allowance.
Can I cancel or change a JR Sunrise ticket?
Standard JR ticket refund rules apply; refundability decreases closer to departure.
Which routes does JR Sunrise run?
We track 2 JR Sunrise routes, including Tokyo–Izumo, Tokyo–Takamatsu.