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The Nagano & Hokuriku Shinkansen is a high speed bullet rail line that stretches from Tokyo to Kanazawa, major stops along the way include Nagano, Iiyama and Toyama.

Winter is coming to Japan! You might be as well. Learn about Japan In Wintertime, what to do during winter in Japan, what to eat, what the best winter sports and activities around Japan.

Kyoto is a destination filled with attractions and curiosities that you won’t want to miss. It’s safe to say: right at the top of that list of attractions are many of the Buddhist temples in Kyoto.

The Japan Rail Pass Black Friday promotion is back for 2019. Find out how you can save on the JR Pass, Pocket WiFi and get the best deal on your tickets.

You will be using the yen (¥) during your travels in Japan. It will be critical to know how much your yen is worth, how to get it, and how exchanging yen works.

Shibuya, Tokyo is known for a highly urban and futuristic feel, as well as a variety of shopping, fashion, dining, and entertainment options. Its a must visit to experience modern Japanese culture.

When you are picking a date to travel to Japan, it is important to consider what the weather looks like month by month and season by season.

Spirits of the moon, dragon kings, sun goddesses, animal spirits, an underworld for lost children, and a boy born from a peach. Japan’s wondrous and eclectic folk tales are imaginative.

The year of 2020 is a very promising year to visit Japan. We'll give you the best 10 reasons why you should visit Japan in 2020.

Ryokan provide a way for travelers visiting Japan to enjoy a more immersive experience. But, Ryokan can vary greatly, and therefore it may be difficult to determine which is the right choice for you.