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Japan’s large metropolitan areas around Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya are served by highly efficient public transportation systems. It is not surprising then, that many Japanese people do not even own a car – or even hold a driver’s license. For exploring Japan’s big cities- for a visitor to Japan- a car is not only not necessary – its even quite
News.com.au I know of tourists, visiting for the first time, who walked in and straight back out of a train station in Osaka because in the end a taxi seemed like the easier option. And when travelling with a Japanese English speaker in Tokyo recently, I watched an Australian pounce on him at the ticket machine like he was
A few helpful things to know for Japan first timers…. Before your trip, take a moment to get familiar with the country – Japanese customs, culture, and Wi-Fi connectivity, as well as seasonal weather, geography, and luggage-delivery services. Here, you’ll find answers to many common questions first-time travelers ask, along with insider tips and practical advice to help you explore
Japan consists of four main islands—Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu—stretching from north to south. Farther south lies Okinawa, a chain of tropical islands. The country has around 80 active volcanoes and is one of the most heavily forested developed nations, with mountains covering over 70% of its land. Major cities are concentrated in the flat lowlands of Honshu, while the
The Kumano Kodo is the name of a hiking route made up of seven trails that snake through the Kii Mountain Range in Japan’s Wakayama prefecture. The four main routes (Kohechi, Nakahechi, Iseji and Omine-Okugakemichi) all converge at the beautiful Kumano Hongu shrine – and each demand a multi-day traverse through the heart of the Kii Peninsula The Route lies
The Nakasendo Trail is a 534-kilometer historic walking route in Japan, connecting Kyoto and Tokyo through the central mountains. Also known as the “Central Mountain Road,” it features 69 preserved post towns (like Magome, Tsumago, and Narai) ) that served as crucial rest stops and accommodation for travelers. Unlike the coastal Tokaido road, the Nakasendo traverses the mountainous interior of
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