Ticket to Ride Expands to Japan with Bullet Train

Embark on a virtual railway journey across Japan with the newest expansion for Ticket to Ride. Marmalade Game Studio and Asmodee Entertainment have released the Japan Expansion for the digital edition of this classic board game.

Help Build the Train Network

For the first time, the Japan map from the tabletop game is available on digital platforms—but with a unique twist. Instead of solely building your personal rail empire, you contribute to developing a national Bullet Train network that all players share.

It’s a semi-cooperative twist. You could attempt to sit back and let others handle the hard work while you accumulate points—but beware the game's built-in karma system.

Neglect your high-speed rail duties and you’ll lose 20 points when the final tally is calculated. So, a little teamwork is necessary, even if you're secretly plotting against your friends.

The Japan Expansion also introduces two new characters. The first is travel blogger Nakanishi Kimiko, who’s always on the road with her dog, chasing the next festival.

The second is Moriyama Isamu, a traditional sumo referee known as a gyōji. He brings rich historical flavor and cultural depth beyond just trains and tracks.

Ticket to Ride Has Upgraded Trains with the Japan Expansion

Your train collection has been enhanced with this expansion. It includes two new locomotives and two specialized carriages. The Ichi Eki Saki train comes with the Tsuki Sleeper carriage for comfortable overnight trips, while the Isogaba Maware train pairs with the rapid Hayai carriage for express routes.

With spring in the air, the colorful Japan map offers an especially charming seasonal backdrop. The Japan Expansion is now available to download, refreshing your regular Ticket to Ride gameplay. Download it today through the Google Play Store.

Before you go, be sure to read our coverage of Follow the Meaning, a surreal point-and-click adventure with Samorost-like qualities, available now.