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Find out the 21 top places to visit in Japan, spanning major cities, historic centers, and scenic regions. All are easy to reach by train and commonly included in first-time itineraries.

In our latest guide we separates myth from fact and describes how Ghibli fans may take real trains to Studio Ghibli destinations, including how to get to Ghibli Park from Tokyo.

Whether you’re staying a few days or building a longer trip, read on to explore Kansai highlights and plan a Kansai-wide itinerary around quick, convenient train connections.

Find out how to get from Tokyo to Universal Studios Japan in Osaka in our new, easy to follow itinerary guide courtesy of the team at JRPass.com.

Mount Fuji is legendary, but it is also demanding, time-consuming, and refuses to be rushed. Climbing this icon is a serious business - as well as an experience of a lifetime - and we’re here to help.

Japan’s best places to visit include Tokyo for modern city life, Kyoto for temples and traditional culture, and Osaka for food and urban energy. Find out more here.

Few places showcase Tokyo’s contrasts like Tokyo Station - and if you’re visiting the city with your Japan Rail Pass, it’s very likely you’ll pass through this historic complex.

After the longest wait for snow since records began 130 years ago, snow has returned to Japan’s iconic Mt Fuji.

The Valley of Witches (and the real-life Catbus) are about to open at the world’s first and only Ghibli Park in Japan. Read the latest here.

From classic, timeless Japanese experiences to new attractions, we’ve put together our 24 recommendations for 2024.