As of now, Japan has ceased the sale of new physical Suica and PASMO cards. However, if you arrive in Japan from Kansai Airport...
JR West Passes for Japan Traveling to Experience Price Increase Starting October 2023
JR East Japan’s six railway passes experienced a comprehensive price increase in October 2023, with a maximum surge of up to 10,000 Japanese Yen....
Suica and Pasmo Physical Card Sales Suspended – Use Your Phone for Cardless Travel
Due to the global chip shortage, Japan temporarily suspended the sale of two commonly used transportation IC cards for travelers, Suica and Pasmo, starting...
The 25th Fuji-kawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival in 2023 (October 28 to November 23, 2023)
Lake Kawaguchi, nestled beneath the iconic Mount Fuji, is renowned among the Fuji Five Lakes. In spring, cherry blossoms paint the landscape, while lavender...
How to Buy A Suica Card in Japan?
The most common way to travel to Japan on a free trip is definitely the Japanese trains. The Japanese trains are known for its...
Why Do You Need to Buy Additional Tickets When Taking a Train? Japan’s Fare System Explained
Introduction: Taking a train in Japan may seem straightforward, but you might be wondering why sometimes you need to purchase additional tickets. Understanding Japan’s...
Japan Rail Pass to Increase by 70% from October 2023
On April 14, 2023, the Japan Railways Group (JR East and five other JR companies) announced on their official website that they will raise...