Japan Travel Guide

Shinkansen: Best for SpeedFastest, most comfortable, most reliable, most expensive. Tokyo to Osaka in 2h15min. No traffic, no delays, guaranteed...

When to Rent a CarFor major cities (Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto) trains are far more convenient. But for rural Japan —...

Check-InRemove shoes at the genkan (entrance). Put on the provided slippers. You'll be shown to your room by a staff...

Who Needs a Japan Visa?Many nationalities visit Japan visa-free for 90 days. The e-visa system is for nationalities that require...

Gateway to Mt FujiMost developed of the Fuji Five Lakes — easiest to reach from Tokyo, widest range of accommodation,...

Oshogatsu: Japan's Most Important HolidayJapanese New Year is the country's biggest holiday — deep tradition, family reunions, and spiritual reflection....

What Is Pocket WiFi?A portable router that provides WiFi for multiple devices simultaneously. Rent it, carry it in your pocket,...

Japan's Budget Intercity SecretJapan's kosoku (highway) bus network connects all major cities at a fraction of shinkansen prices. Modern, comfortable...

Key Differences from Other CountriesDrive on the left — takes adjustment especially at junctionsTurn signals on the RIGHT side of...

RyokanTatami floors, futon beds, yukata robes, kaiseki meals, communal onsen. ¥15,000–150,000+/person. The quintessential Japanese experience. Best in Hakone, Kyoto, Nikko,...