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November 30, 2023
48 Hours In Sapporo
You arrive in Sapporo - the largest city on Japan’s northernmost island - with 48 hours to see as much as you can. What should you do? Find out here!
November 30, 2023
Best Japanese Cities To Visit In 2024
Japan’s cities are the biggest (and we would say, best) in the world. Now, three Japanese cities have been ranked in the top ten to visit in 2024.
October 4, 2023
48 Hours In Tokyo
You arrive in futuristic Tokyo - vibrant, dazzling, and one of the best and biggest cities in the world - with 48 hours to see as much as you can.
September 5, 2023
48 Hours In Kyoto
You arrive in beautiful Kyoto, one of Japan’s most historic and cultural cities, with 48 hours to see as much as you can. What should you do?
July 27, 2023
48 Hours In Osaka
You arrive in bustling, vibrant Osaka - one of Japan’s biggest and best cities - with 48 hours to see as much as you can. What should you do? Find out here!
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.
July 25, 2022
The Toshogu Shrine In Hiroshima
Established in 1648, the Toshogu shrine pays tribute to the first Shogun of Tokugawa Shogunate, Tokugawa Ieyasu. Build on the foot of mount Futabayama, it provides scenic views over the city and caste of Hiroshima.
April 19, 2022
Guide To Shimokitazawa & Shimokitazawa Station
Laid-back, trendy Shimokitazawa, Tokyo, is set to become even more of a go-to destination this year thanks to a new five-storey shopping complex below the train station.
March 20, 2022
Join Us For A Live Tour Of The Sakura In Full Bloom
Spring is right here in Japan! Meaning Cherry Blossom time! Join us on a live tour seeing Japan during the best time of year.
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