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From the ¥26,000 All Area Pass to the Kansai Area Pass — find the right JR West pass for your trip, compare prices, and learn how to make seat reservations online.

Make the most out of a visit to Japan’s Kansai region by using the handy Kansai Area Pass, from JR West. Learn what is included and how to best use it.

Japan by Rail eBook, is the ultimate travel guide for going to Japan. Explore in depth expert advice, itineraries, travel tips and much more.

Celebrating the 90th anniversary of Mickey Mouse, JR Kyushu will launch the Mickey Mouse train this month.

The guest for this interview is Thomas, a German backpacker. He travels the world with only one backpack and has visited Japan many times already.

Today we meet one of our local Tokyo guides, as we continue our adventure with Huber Guides. Find out what it is like to become a guide.

The experience of staying in a ryokan is a fantastic way to see the traditions of Japan up close, try traditional food and just relax.

Packing for your first trip to Japan can feel like an overwhelming task, maybe even a bit scary. We're here to help with our top 12 things to pack.

Here's how to meet locals in Japan and experience Japan in a personal manner. Our part two in meeting locals from Huber in Japan.

Ride the Hello Kitty Haruka from Kansai Airport to Osaka and Kyoto — discover ticket prices, how to book with or without a JR Pass, and what to expect on board.