The Ultimate Guide To Tokyo
Tokyo Station is — as you may have guessed — one of the main train stations in Tokyo. But it’s more …
Everything you need to know about the Jōetsu Shinkansen, which connects Tokyo and Niigata. All aboard for skiing and …
Everything you need to know about these handy little travel cards.
Thinking about winter travel? Some of these deals expire in March 2023 so get planning!
We’ve previously covered catching highway buses to distant destinations in Japan. In comparison, catching a local bus …
Planning a Shinkansen journey in eastern or northern Japan? Find out all the ways you can get discount Shinkansen …
For those planning a trip on a budget, hitchhiking can be a very appealing alternative transport method. But is it …
Landing after dark? Here's how to get from the airport to your accommodation.
So you’ve just landed at Haneda Airport and the first stop on your journey is Tokyo Disney, easy right? …
Landing at an odd time? Here's how to get from the airport to your accommodation.
Summer Sonic is coming! Here's how to get there from Tokyo quickly and cheaply.
You know the famous Japan Rail Pass. Now meet all of its regional cousins.
So you think you don’t need cash when you come to Tokyo? Think again: if Tokyo were the city from Blade Runner …
The Japan Rail Pass is the best known rail pass for travel in Japan. However, there are also regional rail passes …
See the fastest, easiest and cheapest options.
Get handy transport tips to help plan your trip.
A step-by-step guide from Arrivals at the airport to the train platform (plus transfers).
Japan’s system of tolled expressways can get you to most places that you want to go, and there’s no doubt …
We're not featherless bipeds for nothing! Put your feet to good use and save money by walking between central stations …
Missed last train? Have too much luggage in tow for public transportation? A step-by-step guide to catching a taxi in Tokyo.
Catching COVID-19 while in Japan is a traveler's nightmare, especially if you have no or limited Japanese ability. …
Whether it’s hitting Honshu’s most famous slopes during winter or soaking in the adundance of nature during …
Nasu is a picturesque town located about two and a half hours northeast of Tokyo that makes for a perfect weekend …
For us Japan old-timers it’s easy to forget just how confusing Japan’s enormous rail system can be. Each of …