The train is the fastest way to get from one point to another when travelling within a city in Japan. In a large metropolis like Tokyo, several train lines are in operation and navigating may be confusing, especially for foreigners. Below is a guide that covers the most important aspects of train commuting within Tokyo. [...]
Kyoto is Japan’s seventh largest city, and one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations. Home to many of Japan’s best historical and cultural treasures, such as centuries-old buildings, world heritage temples and shrines, and well-preserved traditional districts, it attracts swarms of visitors all year round. Before heading to Kyoto, it is recommended that you [...]
For a smoother and more convenient bus, train and subway experience in Japan, equip yourself with a prepaid IC card. You can pay your public transportation fares by simply tapping the IC card on a card reader as you enter and exit buses or train and subway stations. What are the Different Kinds of Prepaid [...]
Tokyo is the largest city in the world and offers such a long list of fascinating places to visit and things to do that it may take three or four trips before you have seen them all! Below are just 10 to check out on your next visit to Tokyo: Yamachan If you are a [...]
To get away from the busy and fast-paced Tokyo life, taking a couple of day trips to nearby cities is highly recommended. The following are five popular side trips from Tokyo: Kamakura Known for the 13.35 metre tall bronze statue of Amida Buddha, Kamakura is an old coastal city located in Kanagawa Prefecture, less than [...]
The Japanese transportation network is probably the best in the world. If you want to know more about its history and development, make sure to visit some of the train and railway museums found across the country, such as the following: Railway Museum Located in Saitama, the Railway Museum was opened to the public on [...]
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