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April 17, 2020
Fuji Excursion Limited Express Train: Direct Travel Between Shinjuku And Fuji
The Fuji Excursion Train train is a direct connection between Shinjuku, Tokyo and Fuji Kawaguchiko. Learn about the route, time table, JR Pass and more.
April 14, 2020
Expert Guide To Steam Trains In Japan
Japan may be famous for its high speed shinkansen, but the vintage steam trains in Japan are just as fascinating and you can even ride them too!
April 11, 2020
The Tokyo Olympics Has Been Moved To 2021: Here's What You Need To Know
The Tokyo Olympics may have been postponed to 2021, all the games will take place but what does it mean re-scheduling the Olympics by one year?
April 10, 2020
A Virtual Tour Of Japan’s Most Beautiful Spots
Being home bound does not mean having to stop exploring the world. Get inspired with this Virtual Tour of Japan’s Most Beautiful Spots using Google Street view.
April 8, 2020
Using The Jr Pass On The Hiroshima Sightseeing City Bus
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.
April 6, 2020
The Wonders Of The Kii Peninsula
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.
April 3, 2020
Wakura Onsen: Japanese Bathing In The Mist
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.
April 2, 2020
How To Visit Uji With The Jr Pass
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.
April 1, 2020
How To Travel To/From Itami (Itm) Airport
Learn how to access Itami Airport from Kyoto, Osaka, Shin-Osaka and Kansai Airport. Including fares, time tables and transfer information.
March 31, 2020
Guide To Aizuwakamatsu, The Samurai City Of Japan
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.
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