June 7, 2021
How To Get The Best Value Out Of The Japan Rail Pass In Hiroshima
Hiroshima offers excellent value for any JR Pass user, here are our tips to maximise the usage of your pass while staying in Hiroshima.
June 3, 2021
Flower Viewing In Japan
While hanami, or ‘flower gazing’, typically refers to Japan’s famous cherry blossoms, the country has much more to offer flower lovers all year round.
June 1, 2021
Where To Take The Best Photos Of The Shibuya Crossing
Read on for some of the best spots to try for that perfect photo or time lapse video of Tokyo’s most exciting intersection!
May 31, 2021
The Kotatsu Train On The Sanriku Railway, Japan
Sit in comfort and enjoy travel along the Sanriku coastline with plenty of beautiful views along the way.
May 27, 2021
10 Really Helpful Phrases To Know In Japan!
So, you’re in Japan and you’re hoping to be able to get from point A to point B without --as I say ---getting spectacularly lost.
May 24, 2021
Koshino Shu*Kura The Sake Tasting Train
The Koshino Shu*Kura is a special train operated by JR East that travels around Niigata prefecture, famous for local Sake. The reason to ride this train is for pure enjoyment and, of course, Sake tasting.
May 21, 2021
Walking The Nakasendo Trail
Follow in the footsteps of Edo period travellers by walking the beautiful and historic Nakasendo Trail between Tokyo and Kyoto.
May 19, 2021
Experience A Henn Na Hotel Japan’s Strange Hotels
Experience the future by staying at a Henn na Hotel, cutting-edge robot hotels in Japan.
May 14, 2021
Guide To Satoyama: Japanese Life In The Countryside
For a glimpse into traditional rural life in Japan, travellers should explore the concept of Satoyama.
May 10, 2021
How To Visit Tanegashima Space Center
Visit the Space Science and Technology Museum at the Tanegashima Space Center to learn about Japan’s history with space exploration.
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