Tourists visiting Japan should consider that the cultural norms may be very different than what they're used to back home, ...

Experience Japan's newest Shinkansen E7 bullet train! Ride from Tokyo to Kanazawa through the Japanese Alps, enjoying stunning views and onboard service.

Every few minutes, a new Shinkansen departs on this high-speed highway to Tokyo. This is Japan’s most important rail line, ...

In the fast-paced world of travel, high-speed trains have become the epitome of modern transportation. From the cutting-edge technology of China’s Shanghai Maglev to the swift elegance of Japan’s ...

Nicknamed Jeans Station (the label is on the signage), Kojima Station also uses other means to reinforce that you are in the ...

A magnitude 6.9 earthquake in the Pacific on Sunday caused mild tsunami in northeastern Japan, triggering the evacuation of ...

The quake that hit northern Japan on Sunday caused temporary power outages and train delays. No injuries or damage were ...

The Japanese weather agency on Sunday issued a tsunami advisory for Iwate Prefecture after an earthquake of magnitude 6.7 ...

Although Kagoshima is far from Japan's political, economic and cultural core, the prefecture has plenty of history, nature and cuisine to explore on your next trip. Kagoshima’s geography has had a ...

When you step off a plane in certain countries around the world, something magical happens. Instead of immediately pulling ...

If you’ve ever tried navigating Tokyo’s rush-hour crowds with a roller suitcase, you’ve likely experienced the stares or passive aggressiveness. Japan’s patience with tourists is often tested by those ...

Planning to ride Japan’s Shinkansen? Learn the latest luggage rules, size limits, and booking tips for a smooth bullet train ...