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The Seishun 18 is a budget ticket for unlimited travel on local trains in Japan for a period of 5 days. It can be shared, and used by anyone.

Learn everything you need to know about the quintessentially Japanese experience of visiting a bathhouse or onsen in our guide to bathing etiquette for first-timers.

Whether you’re a coffee lover, architecture buff or just want to see what all the fuss is about, check out the world’s largest Starbucks Reserve Roastery right here in Nakameguro.

October is quickly becoming one of the most popular months to visit Japan thanks to its temperate weather, outdoor activities, festivals and, of course, Halloween.

If you’ve ever wanted to experience a traditional Japanese onsen, then Kinosaki Onsen Resort Town near Kyoto is a must-visit destination.

Superlative ramen restaurants are a dime a dozen in Japan. Standing out from the competition is difficult when there are so many great places around, each with their own modus operandi and signature bowl of noodles.

Sleeping between the bookshelves might sound like a fantasy, but in Japan this can be a reality thanks to unique book-themed hotels.

The SL Hitoyoshi (SL 人吉) is a special excursion steam train operated by JR Kyushu, that takes you back to a time when mighty steam engines powered the world.

Kyoto is the gently lit canal to Tokyo’s fit-inducing neon—part of its charm for many.

Bringing together the best of Summer and Autumn in a single month, and with plenty to see and do, September is definitely one of the best times to visit Japan.