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July 10, 2018
Why Experiencing A New Culture Is Good For You
Why experience a new culture? Find out why you should visit Japan next and experience Japanese culture.
September 20, 2022
Only In Japan It's The Little Things That Will Make You Fall In Love With The Country!
Only in Japan!
January 23, 2018
Huber Your Friendly Guide To Japan.
Huber is your friendly local guide all around Japan! Meet them in cities like Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hakata or nearly anywhere else.
April 5, 2017
Updated Eligibility Requirements For Japanese Nationals Living Outside Of Japan.
Starting 2016, this information is only for Japanese Nationals wishing to use the JR Pass and who live outside Japan.
March 1, 2015
The Best Apps For Traveling In Japan With Your Jr Pass
Fit right in with the Japanese and be busy with your smartphone on the train! We’ve made a selection of the best apps - so you may do just that!
January 21, 2013
Mobile Apps To Make The Most Of Your Japan Rail Pass
Whether you are a new or frequent traveller in Japan, here are some of the most essential apps to help you make the most of your Japan Rail Pass.
March 1, 2011
Help! Lost Property
Losing things on the train is never fun. Luckily Japan is one of the safest countries in the world, and JR has many lost and found offices to try.
February 4, 2011
Use The Japan Rail Pass On Jr Sakura
From 12th March 2011, the Japan Rail Pass is valid on the new Sakura Shinkansen, whisking you from Osaka-Kagoshima in just over 4 hours!
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 21, 2010
Plan With The Hyperdia Online Timetable
Discover how to use the Hyperdia online timetable to calculate train timetables and understand if a Japan Rail Pass is the best choice for you.
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