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The Japan Rail Pass can help you see a lot of Japan by train, but there are also private railways in Japan that can be useful.

With Shinkansen trains such an important part of Japan’s transport network, Shinkansen train cars have continued to evolve over the years.

For places like Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka, you’ll want to use the various Japan metro networks to get around each city on arrival and when sightseeing.

The Yamanote Loop Line connects every major district in Tokyo — discover all 30 stations, top neighbourhoods to explore, JR Pass tips and the complete map.

Navigate Tokyo like a local with the JR Chuo Line — discover rapid vs local services, key stations, JR Pass coverage, and unmissable day trips along the route.

With its unbeatable views of iconic Mt. Fuji, its beautiful and distinctive traditional architecture, and its incredible location, nestled amongst cherry blossoms and trees in Fuji Five Lakes, Chureito Pagoda has it all.

Visiting Japan’s shrines and temples is the perfect way to connect with this beautiful country’s ancient culture and spiritual beliefs.

Are you a wanderlust individual with a passion for traveling and itching to see the world after being cooped up in lockdown? You can now get paid a sum of £200 to review 20 of Japan’s most iconic landmarks - and all you need is a laptop!

Odaiba (お台場) is the most modern part of Tokyo, build on a reclaimed island in Tokyo Bay. Just getting there is like stepping into the future.

Yamadera, literally meaning mountain temple. Is a sacred temple complex high up in the Tohoku mountains, with breathtaking views.