If you ever plan to visit Kanazawa, we would recommend you to also consider exploring the Noto Peninsula (能登半島) nearby for its rich nature. The entire peninsula is designated as a national park. The diverse landscape created a unique rural culture that differs from the close-by popular destination, Kanazawa. To get there, you can choose […]
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If it is your first time traveling to Tokyo and you are on a self-guided tour, the first challenge you might encounter is how to get to the hotel in Tokyo from the airport. While the Transportation System in Tokyo is really convenient, it is also complicated. So below is a summary of how you
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Lake Towada’s beauty can certainly be appreciated from the lakeside. Although the lakeside view that you will get from the Lake Towada Pleasure Boat ((十和田湖遊覧船)) is a completely different level, it will definitely be a memory that will last a lifetime (=ﾟωﾟ)ﾉ. Once you board the boat, you will be introduced to a 50-minute scenic
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The Hakusan Shirakawa-go White Road (白山白川郷ホワイトロード) is the ultimate scenic drive between Kanazawa and the historic village of Shirakawa-gō, but it is far from a standard highway. It is a specialized, automobile-only tourist route packed with sheer cliff drop-offs, free open-air footbaths, and iconic spots like the 86-meter Fukube Falls. Because the 33.3 km toll road
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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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With Japan continuing to be one of the top travel destinations in the world, it is always good to know and understand a little bit about train etiquette in Japanese culture. Keep in mind that the trains in this country are impressively punctual and on time. This is a hallmark of the Japanese culture and
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The Chūbu Region (中部地方), located in the center of Japan’s main island – Honshu (本州), is one of the most scenic parts of Japan. The best thing about the Chūbu Region is that many of its stunning destinations are located quite near each other. And there are multiple discounted transportation tickets and passes for you
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If you have done a bit of research about the transportation system in Japan, the term Japan Rail Pass might sound familiar to you. While the unlimited train rides on all JR train lines sound enticing, depending on your itinerary, you might not actually need a JR Pass! In fact, with the price scheduled to
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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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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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