# Ticket to Ride Map Collection 7: Japan & Italy

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2019
- **BGG Rating**: 7.9
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-5 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 30-60 min
- **Weight**: 2.02 / 5
- **Designers**: Alan R. Moon
- **Artists**: Cyrille Daujean, Julien Delval
- **Publishers**: ADC Blackfire Entertainment, Days of Wonder
- **Categories**: Expansion for Base-game, Trains
- **Mechanics**: End Game Bonuses, Hand Management, Network and Route Building, Open Drafting, Set Collection

## Verdict
If you love planning routes across two continents, you'll fall in love with this expansion.Unique collective projectInnovative ferry routesHand‑management challengeRequires base gameModerate timeHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Ticket to Ride Map Collection 7: Japan & Italy features a double-sided board that opens a world of possibilities for train‑loving players. One side showcases Japan, with bullet‑train routes that, once claimed, become a shared project: anyone can use the route to complete their tickets, and the player who contributes the most earns a final bonus. The other side presents Italy, divided into regions, where connecting Sardinia, Sicily and Puglia counts double. Additionally, the map introduces grey ferry routes marked with waves that require locomotives or ferry cards – ferry cards carry two wave symbols, making sea crossings easier. Players must manage their hand of cards, choose between open drafting and building strategic networks, all while aiming for end‑game bonuses. The expansion requires components from Ticket to Ride or Ticket to Ride: Europe, so having those base games is essential. With 2‑5 players, 30‑60 minutes, and an average score of 7.8, this expansion is perfect for those who want to explore new routes without losing the series’ core feel. If you enjoy planning challenges and watching your network grow across two continents, you’ll love it.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
2 to 5 players.

### How long does a game take?
30 to 60 minutes, depending on player experience.

### What is the complexity level?
Medium: involves strategic planning, hand management, and open drafting decisions.

### What components are needed?
You need Ticket to Ride or Ticket to Ride: Europe to use this map.

### Who is this expansion for?
Ideal for Ticket to Ride fans who want to explore new maps and network‑building challenges.

### Are there rule differences from the base game?
Yes, bullet‑train and ferry routes have specific rules, but the core remains the same.

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