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Learn about how to use the JR Pass on the Hiroshima sight seeing bus. Including bus lines, time tables, bus stops and what the best sightseeing spots are.

South of Osaka, the best places to visit in the Kii Peninsula include sacred shrines, white sand beaches and one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots.

Wakura Onsen (和倉温泉) is a hot spring resort just north of Kanazawa and on the edge of Nanao Bay. Well known within Japan for its upscale and luxurious onsen.

Nestled between Kyoto and Nara, travellers visit Uji for three main things: World Heritage sites, its green tea and its connetion to The Tale of Genji.

Learn how to access Itami Airport from Kyoto, Osaka, Shin-Osaka and Kansai Airport. Including fares, time tables and transfer information.

Known as the ‘Samurai City’, the historic city of Aizuwakamatsu is full of heritage landmarks tied to its proud samurai past that it fought to preserve.

Whatever time of year you’re visiting Japan, the country’s famous snow monkeys are a must-see attraction -and where better to visit than the famous Jigokudani Monkey Park, where they can be seen bathing in the outdoor hot springs.

The Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) has put in place border enforcement measures to prevent the spread of novel coronavirus COVID-19).

With the world on lockdown and social distancing becoming the new norm, here are 6 to-do things to plan your Japan trip - long term.

Studio Ghibli fans simply have to visit the gorgeous port town of Tomonoura, the real-life inspiration for the charming animated film, Ponyo on the Cliff by The Sea.