About
Perfect for planning complex train journeys across Japan, especially useful with the JR Pass.
Why go
- Perfect for planning complex train journeys across japan
- Opportunity to discover smaller cities, remote islands, and countryside regions that usually get overlooked
Must try
- Use the japan rail pass for travel
- Experience cherry blossom season
- Collect free local stamps
- Go shopping for vintage designer bags
- Try halal food and find prayer spaces
Pro tips
- Get an IC card (Suica, Pasmo) for transit
- Use google maps for navigation and transit
- Get an international driving permit to rent a car
- Use a translation app like Kuli Kuli
- Use luggage forwarding services
Good to know
- Tax-free shopping system is changing in 2025
- Cash is still king, many small shops don't accept cards
- Trash cans are rare, carry your trash with you
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Rating
4.6 / 5 (28 reviews)
Phone: +81 3-6689-0600