Ginzan Onsen: A Dreamy Winter Getaway
Discover the charm of Ginzan Onsen in winter with this 2-day itinerary featuring snowy hot springs, Mount Zao's ice monsters, and a whimsical fox village.
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WiFi Return Postbox Locations at Major Japanese Airports
Returning rented WiFi at Japanese airports? Find WiFi return postbox locations at Narita, Haneda, Kansai, Fukuoka, New Chitose, Chubu, and Naha airports here.
Top Fujikawaguchiko Souvenir from Lake Kawaguchi
A list of five must-have souvenirs that capture the essence of Lake Kawaguchi and Mount Fuji. Each Fujikawaguchiko Souvenir is visually captivating.
Typhoon No. 10: Essential Travel Tips for Tourists in Japan
Typhoon No. 10 is impacting Japan this summer. Discover detailed info, affected areas, and essential travel tips to stay safe during your visit.
Atami Fireworks 2024 Schedule: Spectacular Sea Festival
Enjoy Atami Fireworks 2024 with year-round displays and the stunning "Aerial Niagara Falls" finale in Atami Bay!
Typhoon No. 7 Approaches Japan: Travel Plans Disrupted
As Typhoon No. 7 nears Japan, particularly the Kanto region, travelers should reassess plans. Expect severe weather, travel disruptions, and potential delays.
What Should I Do to Prepare for An Earthquake in Japan?
Learn essential steps to prepare for an earthquake in Japan. Ensure your safety with tips on emergency kits, secure your home, and understand warning systems.
Kumamoto IC Card Phase-out: Suica and ICOCA No Longer Acceptable by 2026
Starting April 2026, Kumamoto will phase out Suica and ICOCA IC card payments for transportation. Discover why and the alternative payment methods available.
Mount Fuji knowledge: Tell you some little secrets about Mt. Fuji
When Japan comes to mind, Mount Fuji is undoubtedly one of the first images that springs to memory. But how much do you really know about this iconic landmark? You…
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Free WiFi on the Shinkansen!
Some Shinkansen trains in Japan have already installed free WiFi for passengers to use. For those who frequently travel for business and often need to work on the go, being…
Fukuoka Subway: Maximum Daily Fare of 640 Yen with Credit Card Touch Payment!
To welcome the World Swimming Championships, Fukuoka City introduced a new service. If your credit card supports touch payment, you can use it for riding the subway. When using a…
Eizan Train and the Red Leaf Tunnel: Enjoy the Red Leaf from inside the Train!
Have you been to see the autumn leaves in Japan this year? In Japan, the most recommended places to see the leaves are Takao Mountain in Tokyo, Rokugien Garden, and…
Booking Starts for the 2024 Shirakawa-go Gassho Village Illumination: Another Year of Lottery System
Shirakawa-go, located in the central Honshu region of Japan, is a picturesque mountain village renowned for its unique traditional architecture and scenery. The winter landscape of Shirakawa-go is particularly stunning,…
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Surge of Up to 10,000 Yen! Starting October 2023, JR East All-Area Passes Experience Price Increase
Following the JR PASS price increase announced by JR companies in April 2023, all six JR East railway passes also see a fare hike in October 2023, with the maximum…
The 25th Fuji-kawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival in 2023 (October 28 to November 23, 2023)
Lake Kawaguchi, nestled beneath the iconic Mount Fuji, is renowned among the Fuji Five Lakes. In spring, cherry blossoms paint the landscape, while lavender graces the summer. Winter invites you…
JR-WEST RAIL PASS: Kansai Area Rail Pass
Are you planning a free trip to Japan recently? If you travel a lot on the JR railroad, a JR Pass can help you reduce the cost of transportation. If…
Japan Ghibli Park Opening in November! New Concept Drawings and Interior Scenes Released!
Do you like Ghibli? Have you ever wandered into the animation produced by Studio Ghibli? Have you ever been to the Mitaka-no-mori Ghibli Museum in Mitaka City, Tokyo? From November…
A Shrine For Breakups? Cutting Ties at an Engiri Jinja in Japan
There are times in life when past relationships weigh us down. For whatever reason, we just can’t seem to move forward and grow away from the people we need to.…
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Japan only! Starbucks Japan Launches 47 Prefectural Local Flavor Frappuccinos
It has been 25 years since the first Starbucks store opened in Ginza, Tokyo. This year, to celebrate its 25th anniversary in Japan, Starbucks Japan has launched a number of…
Travel (Online!) To Hitachi, Japan With Endless Fields of Blue Flowers
With the current pandemic keeping us inside, it’s not just a matter of not being able to travel abroad. Many of us are feeling a extremely down with the lack…
Three Underrated Spring Destinations in Japan
Spring is in the air! Most literally. For those who have seasonal allergies, you might be all too familiar with Japan’s infamous hayfever (known as kafunsho 花粉症 ), which leaves…
Regional Specialties: Fukuoka’s Top 3 Ramen Spots
During your stay in Japan, if you find yourself in the southern island of Kyushu, stopping into the city of Fukuoka. Fukuoka, found in the north of the island of…
Pocket Wi-Fi Rental at Chubu Centrair International Airport (Nagoya)
Rent a Pocket Wi-fi for Easier Travel Renting a pocket wi-fi has become common among foreign travellers in Japan. As we wrote in the post “Pocket Wi-fi is Now an…
Fuji Rock, Summer Sonic, and other Summer Music Festivals
Many music festivals are held in Japan during the summer. Some of you may be visiting Japan to join the festival and to enjoy sightseeing at the same time. If…
Bus Service From and To Narita Airport and Hakuba for Skiers
Alpico Kotsu Co., Ltd is operating a direct bus service from and to Narita airport and Hakuba, Nagano, during the winter ski season. The spacious seats have leg rests, and…
SAKE Spring 2018 in Kyoto (Apr.28 & 29)
Nozomi Inc. will hold a Japanese sake (liquor) event called “SAKE Spring 2018” on April 28th, Saturday, and 29th Sunday, in Kyoto. Over 200 brands from more than 60 Sake…
JR East Kamakura-Enoshima Pass vs ODAKYU Enoshima-Kamakura Free Pass
June in Kanto region of Japan means the coming of rainy seasons as well as the blossom of hydrangeas. Kamakura area in Kanagawa is known as one of the most…
Go Directly to Tokyo Disney Land from Narita Airport, “Narita Air&Bus!”
“Narita Air&Bus!” routes connect Narita Airport and major tourist destinations directly by bus. These routes were introduced in the summer of 2015 to make it easier for the foreign tourists…
Hidaka Kinchakuda Spider Lily Festival (Sep.17-Oct.2)
Spider lilies in Japanese is “彼岸花” (Higanbana) or “曼珠沙華” (Manjushage). There are many saying about how to interpret the name. One of the most commonly known sayings is that as…
Kamogawa Delta in Kyoto
Kamogawa Delta(Kamo River Delta) is a delta in Kamo River(鴨川). It is also known as the start of Kamo River, which is known as the main river in Kyoto. Kamogawa…