October 24, 2022
How Much Luggage Can I Bring On The Shinkansen And Japanese Trains?
Learn what your luggage allowance is on the Shinkansen and Japanese trains in general. Restrictions apply to size, weight and pieces you can bring.
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October 3, 2022
Japan Fully Reopening For Tourism And Individual Travellers: Everything You Need To Know
Japan has fully reopened and here are all the details you need to know for visiting and travelling around Japan.
September 27, 2022
Hyperdia Alternatives: How To Plan For Jr Pass Travel
Learn how to plan your JR Pass trip with these tools to find the best schedules, fares and travel information.
September 20, 2022
Expert Guide To Regional Japan Rail Passes
One of the questions we get asked most is: Which Japan Rail Pass should I get? A regional pass or a nationwide JR Pass?
September 20, 2022
Only In Japan It's The Little Things That Will Make You Fall In Love With The Country!
Only in Japan!
September 12, 2022
The Nagasaki Shinkansen: Kyushu’s New Bullet Train
Starting September 23, 2022 JR Kyushu will start operating Japan’s latest state-of-the-art bullet train. Directly connecting Nagasaki city to Fukuoka (Hakata station), reducing travel time by 30 minutes.
September 5, 2022
Japans Top 10 Neon Destinations
Explore Japans top 10 destinations where neon lights fill the darkness of the night with endless combinations of dazzle and glitter.
August 22, 2022
Top Five Most Beautiful Pagodas In Japan
Japan arguably boasts the most beautiful and iconic pagodas in all of Asia. Here’s our top five to visit while you’re discovering this unforgettable country.
August 8, 2022
Tokyo’s Yoyogi Park: The Green Getaway In The Metropolis
From picnics to performers, street food to music festivals, rockabilly dancers to cycling, Yoyogi Park in Tokyo has something for everyone.
August 1, 2022
Amarube Bridge And Viaduct: Japan’s Most Iconic Railway Bridge
A true monument to Japans railway history, with beautiful views over the Sanin coastline. An off-the-beaten-track destination worth a detour.
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