Can I use Suica Card to ride the Shinkansen in Japan?
To ride the Shinkansen with a Suica card, use 'Touch de Go! Shinkansen,' 'Shinkansen e-ticket,' or 'SmartEX service.' For tourists, paper tickets are easiest.
Using Suica in Osaka and the Kansai Area: What You Need to Know
Learn how to use a suica in Osaka and the Kansai area to navigate the area. Maximize your Kansai adventure with Suica tips.
Where to Get and Top-Up ICOCA Cards? Must-Read for Travel in Osaka
If you arrive in Japan from Kansai Airport in Osaka, you might consider purchasing an ICOCA card, which is exclusively available in the Kansai region, for convenient train travel. ICOCA…
Post Offices in Osaka: Alternate Pickup Locations after KIX Post Office Closure
Attention all travelers! Exciting news for those visiting Osaka and its vibrant city attractions like Namba, Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi, Tennoji, and Umeda. Starting from March 20, 2021, the only post office…
JR West Passes for Japan Traveling to Experience Price Increase Starting October 2023
JR East Japan’s six railway passes experienced a comprehensive price increase in October 2023, with a maximum surge of up to 10,000 Japanese Yen. JR West Japan has also announced…
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…