Transportation in Japan

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How to Get to Narita Airport From Haneda Airport and Vice Versa

Did you know that Tokyo has two major international airports? If you have a layover in Japan, you may arrive at one airport and depart from another. The Tokyo Narita Airport and the Tokyo Haneda Airport are located approximately 80 km apart. This means you will want to allow at least 2 hours to travel […]

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The Complete Guide to Amanohashidate Sightseeing Boat

While it might sound rather obvious, when you visit Amanohashidate, boarding the sightseeing boat is one of the top things to do in Amanohashidate. Unless you dislike birds and don’t want them near you, you will enjoy your time on the Amanohashidate Sightseeing Boat (天橋立観光船)! Not only can you see the famous sandbar from various angles,

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Ultimate Guide to Tokyo Transportation Passes: Which is Best for You?

Navigating Tokyo’s vast rail network can be one of the most daunting tasks for any traveler, but choosing the right transportation pass is the secret to a stress-free and budget-friendly journey. Whether you are looking to uncover hidden historical districts or an adventurer planning ambitious day trips to the Japanese Alps, the right pass ensures

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The Ultimate Guide to the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route

The Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route (立山黒部アルペンルート) is a scenic route that traverses the Japanese Northern Alps, connecting Toyama and Nagano Prefectures. Known as the Roof of Japan, Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route opens on April 15 and closes on November 30 each year. This spectacular route is renowned for its magnificent 20-meter snow wall at the

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The Ultimate Guide to Hozugawa River Boat Ride

When visiting Japan, experiencing the country’s unique culture and activities is a must for most international tourists. If that is the case for you, consider taking the Hozugawa River Boat (Hozugawa Kudari, 保津川下り) to Arashiyama. You are completely disconnected from civilisation once the boat starts floating on the Hozugawa River. Boarding a traditional boat and

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The Best Guide to Sagano Scenic Railway

The mountains from Arashiyama to Kameoka have some of the most spectacular scenery in Kyoto. To adore the scenery that changes each season, the best seats are provided by Sagano Scenic Railway (嵯峨野観光鉄道). The company’s Sagano Romantic Train runs along the Hozu River (保津川), which flows through the scenic Hozu Gorge (保津峡). Especially during the

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The Best Ways to Get to Amanohashidate from Osaka and Kyoto

Amanohashidate (天橋立), one of the Three Views of Japan (日本三景, Nihon Sankei), is just stunning throughout the year. The 3.6 km sandbar with 5,000 pine trees growing on top is what makes Amanohashidate so famous. When you view it from the observation decks on top of the hill, Amanohashidate looks like a flying dragon and

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A Guide to Tokyo’s Transportation System and Train Routes

Tokyo’s transportation system is probably the most complicated in the world. With so many train stations packed in the city, even the Japanese find it confusing when they look at Tokyo’s railway map. If you are from somewhere other than Tokyo, it is even harder to figure out which train line to get to the

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The Ultimate Guide of How to Get Around in Kyoto

Although Kyoto is one of the top destinations in Japan, the transportation system in the city, however, can be quite confusing to firstcomers. As in any city worldwide, you can choose from buses, trains, or subways to get to the popular attractions in Kyoto. But with so many transportation companies operating in this ancient city,

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