Autumn Colors 2019

Hachimantai: Peak Color

Earthquake-damaged Kumamoto Castle reopens

Parts of the inner grounds reopened 3.5 years after the earthquakes

Old meets New in Shibuya

An eclectic mix of traditional and modern sightseeing spots

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Traveling with Kids in Shinjuku

Inaugural article of our new ''Traveling with Kids'' series

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Tsunami memorial museum opens

An excellent museum about the 2011 tsunami opened in Rikuzentakata City

Must-Read Guide for Getting a Japanese SIM Card

Get Your SIM Card for Japan in Advance

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Things to know before you depart

Find the best mode of transport for your trip

Choose the right places to stay overnight

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Inspiration for creating your own trip plan

Let somebody do the planning for you

How to avoid cultural mistakes

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Snow Destinations

Cherry Blossoms

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Top 5 Things to do in Nara

New video about the highlights of the ancient capital of Nara

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Tokyo to Kyoto via Hakone

A three day trip between three breathtaking tourist meccas

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2019 Rugby World Cup

Held in Japan from September 20 to November 2

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Getting away to Mount Takao

Escaping the hustle and bustle of Tokyo with a day trip to Mount Takao

New rules for oversized luggage on the shinkansen

Reservations required on some lines from May 2020