Tohoku, a famed region in northern Japan, known for its breathtaking landscapes, historical sites, and deep-rooted traditions, offers a remarkable…
VoyaponNovember 7, 2024
Venture into the dense forest mountains of Akita (秋田) prefecture in northeast Japan, and peek under the surface of its…
Cherise FongMarch 27, 2024
If you're looking for a way to round out an itinerary in Japan focused mainly on visiting famous landmarks, shopping…
Todd FongFebruary 22, 2024
The image of the Shinkansen, Japan's high-speed train, is iconic for travelers worldwide. Its sleek facade is instantly recognizable, and…
Todd FongFebruary 22, 2024
The Japan Rail (JR) Pass is one of the most coveted tools in the Japan traveler's toolbox, but it is…
Todd FongFebruary 6, 2024
When you travel a lot by train in Japan, it can get quite expensive, especially if you want to use…
Claudia MitsuboriSeptember 3, 2021
The modern Tokaido route (from Jrailpass.com) Travelling around Japan is always an adventure, with the efficiency and ease of the…
Lia YewMay 8, 2020
A 3 Day Journey on The Hokkaido Shinkansen Have you ever taken a trip on the Shinkansen in Japan? It…
Mark WebsterMarch 19, 2020
A 3 Day Journey on The Hokkaido Shinkansen Have you ever taken a trip on the Shinkansen in Japan? It…
Mark WebsterMarch 19, 2020
A 3 Day Journey Along The Hokkaido Shinkansen Have you ever taken a trip on the Shinkansen in Japan? It…
Mark WebsterMarch 19, 2020
A 3 Day Journey On The Hokkaido Shinkansen Have you ever taken a trip on the Shinkansen in Japan? It…
Mark WebsterMarch 19, 2020
Our bellies warm and sated, we gazed up at the heavens full of stars through the crisp Nagano night air,…
Todd FongMarch 17, 2020
Living in Tokyo is amazing, but at the same time, such a big metropolis can be overwhelming. Experiencing the rural…
Maria PeñascalMarch 9, 2020
Izumi (Kagoshima prefecture) is a city with many surprises. After my experience staying in a traditional rural house and seeing…
Maria PeñascalMarch 7, 2020
After having a wonderful rural experience in Izumi City, I had a very special sight to see: the Japanese cranes…
Maria PeñascalMarch 7, 2020
How to save money and make travel to destinations around Hiroshima easy and convenient using the Hiroshima Bus Terminal.
Todd FongJanuary 14, 2020
Sponsored by Hokkaido Government A Four Day Journey Along the Hokkaido Shinkansen As you may know, the Rugby World Cup…
Derek YamashitaSeptember 25, 2019
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Sponsored by Semboku City The weeping cherry trees, renowned for their flowing pink blossom-covered branches in the Spring, hung heavy…
Todd FongFebruary 10, 2019
I have a little secret to spill. When my son was a toddler, we bought him a Tomy Plarail toy…
Todd FongFebruary 9, 2019
Sponsored by Kakegawa City The last thing you need when trying to enjoy your Rugby World Cup experience is the…
Hazel TaylorFebruary 2, 2019
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Sponsored by Reconstruction Agency A health resort (Kurort in German) is usually regarded as a place of physical cleansing and…
Johanna ChristophNovember 25, 2018
Standing under the yellow canopy of beech trees on the Shin-etsu Trail as I lifted my camera to my eye,…
Todd FongNovember 23, 2018
Sponsored by Sado Island Sado Island...its dense and wild nature, its mountaintops wrapped in fog, its rich history, its friendly…
Marion PontJuly 21, 2018
Sado Island, located off the coast of Niigata in the Sea of Japan, has a rich and varied cultural background.…
Marion PontJuly 19, 2018
Sponsored by Yonezawa City Shinkansen in the Snow If you've ever been in Tokyo during a winter storm, then you…
Joachim DucosMarch 5, 2018
