Blog Posts

With more than 11,000 monthly searches for "autumn in Japan", the country's legendary fall colours draw millions annually - and the best way to see them is by train.

Find out everything you need to know about the World Athletics Championships 25 taking place now in Tokyo, Japan.

Explore key insights into tourism, health, crime, and employment statistics in one comprehensive guide, and uncover trends shaping Japan’s future.

Set to launch in Spring 2027, JR East will launch its new night train service between Tokyo and Aomori, and it's first class only!

Every week in July, we’re giving one lucky person the chance to win a Golden Ticket. Find out more below.

It’s July and Japan's biggest and most famous traditional festival is here. Get ready for Gion Matsuri in Kyoto.

Read our latest blog post about the history-making World Expo 2025 currently taking place in Osaka, Japan.

JR Kyushu offers 3 types of regional rail passes that offer some of the best value out there to explore the island of Kyushu by rail.

Japanese wellness tourism has hit new heights generating more than 14 billion in recent years. Find out why below.

Stay connected in Japan with the unlimited data SIM card from JR Pass. High speed truly unlimited data for your entire trip.