Doing Lake Biwa the Right Way: A Guide to Japan’s Largest Lake
Flanked by mountains, with beaches, islands, and temples, and 200km of coastline, it can be difficult to know where to …
Flanked by mountains, with beaches, islands, and temples, and 200km of coastline, it can be difficult to know where to …
Yes—you can still race (safely) through the streets of Osaka.
Take subways, private railways and buses throughout the Kansai region for a huge discount with the Kansai Thru Pass.
This Shinkansen line is smoking hot, and it might have something to do with the active volcano at the end of it.
Learn all the tips & tricks.
A complete guide to Awaji Island, including getting there and getting around, attractions, historic sites, and natural …
This is the Shinkansen for lovers of history, hot springs, and cherry blossoms.
The Goto Islands are a history-packed island-chain off the coast of Nagasaki. Home to the persecuted hidden Christians …
The Akame 48 Waterfalls of Mie are a unique natural phenomenon of exquisite beauty. To add to the appeal there are also …
With shrines, temples, parks and amazing views, Nara makes for a stress-free wandering experience, with no buses to …
Osaka is often the butt of jokes for being in the Kinki area of Japan, humorously lost in translation but meaning ‘near …
Everything you need to know about JR Kyūshū passes.
Yagyū Village and Yagyū Kaido in Nara Prefecture are historically intertwined with both legendary samurai and masterful …
Shikoku may be the smallest and least visited of Japan’s four main islands, but it still has it’s very own …
JR Central's passes cover destinations in the region between Kantō and Kansai.
Sapporo, the capital of Hokkaido, is a large city. The odds are you will need to use Sapporo‘s extensive …
Headed to Japan’s far north? Then JR Hokkaidō has some rail passes just for you. There’s the JR Hokkaidō …
Traveling in the western parts of Japan? Then check JR West's regional rail passes.
Lost in the Sea of Japan, Sado is not the first place you might think of for an island getaway. But look a little …
As young Japanese seek moderm indulgences and the elderly refrain consuming in large volumes, Japanese saké, or …
If you’re looking for an alternative day out in Nara, look no further than the Yagyū Kaidō. This ancient road with …
For those looking to avoid the crowds in Nara, Hasedera Temple is a great day trip from Nara, Kyoto or Osaka.
A rather long time ago, Nara was the imperial capital of Japan. While most people head off to the grand legacies of …