Blog posts

July 1, 2010

Exchange Order Validity Period

Why do I purchase an Exchange Order and not a 'Japan Rail Pass', and how long do I have to validate it?

June 30, 2010

Itinerary Tip: Nara

If you base yourself around Kyoto or Osaka you can use your Japan Rail Pass to day-trip to the best sights in the area - Nara being one of them.

June 29, 2010

Itinerary Tip: Geisha Makeover

A unique alternative to the dress-up of your childhood, be made up as a Geisha or Samurai in the old Japanese capital of Kyoto.

June 28, 2010

Itinerary Tip: Mt. Koya

Mt. Koya, with its thick forests and monastic complex, is an incredible place to visit from Osaka, Kyoto or Nara. Click here to read more.

June 24, 2010

Stowing Luggage On The Bullet Train

Once you’ve activated your Japan Rail Pass and boarded your first Shinkansen Bullet Train, you’ll need somewhere to stow your luggage. More info...

June 24, 2010

How To Use The City Bus

Your Japan Rail Pass not only covers travel on the Bullet Train, but on JR buses too. Find out how to use the bus system with or without a pass here.

June 23, 2010

Reserving Seats & Boarding The Bullet Train

Usually you'll find plenty of empty seats on the Bullet Train, but if you're looking into reserving seats here's what you need to know.

June 23, 2010

Itinerary Tip: Beaches

Crystal clear waters and white sand, yes, Japan is not just temples, geisha and electronics! Find out where to catch some rays here...

June 22, 2010

Itinerary Tip: Miyajima

June 21, 2010

Itinerary Tip: Ghibli Museum, Mitaka

The master of Japanese Anime, Hayao Miyazaki, has set up an interactive museum to his work and it's just as weird and wonderful as you'd expect.