How to get from Tokyo to Kawagoe

How to get from Tokyo to Kawagoe

Tokyo to Kawagoe is one of the easiest day trips from Tokyo, with fast trains, discount passes, and even guided tours that get you to “Little Edo” in around 30–60 minutes. (more…)
How to get from Sapporo to Furano

How to get from Sapporo to Furano

Planning a trip from Sapporo to Furano? Here’s how to choose between train, highway bus, rental car, and private transfer in every season. (more…)
How to get from Nagoya to Takayama

How to get from Nagoya to Takayama

Nagoya is the closest major gateway to the mountain town of Takayama, and you can travel between them by express train, direct highway bus, local trains, rental car or private transfer depending on your budget, time and how much scenery…
How to get from Osaka Kansai Airport to Osaka Castle

How to get from Osaka Kansai Airport to Osaka Castle

Traveling from Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX) to Osaka Castle is straightforward, with the best options being the JR Haruka + JR/Osaka Metro connection or the Nankai Railway + Osaka Metro connection. JR Haruka runs directly from Kansai Airport to Tennoji,…
How to get from Osaka to Naoshima

How to get from Osaka to Naoshima

Heading from Japan's food capital to its legendary art island? Here's exactly how to get from Osaka to Naoshima by train, bus, car and ferry, with step-by-step routes and booking tips. (more…)
How to get from Tokyo to Kamikochi

How to get from Tokyo to Kamikochi

Reaching the alpine valley of Kamikochi from Tokyo means combining trains, highway buses, and mountain shuttles, but once you understand the key routes it becomes a smooth and very scenic journey. (more…)
How to get from Sendai Airport to Sendai Station

How to get from Sendai Airport to Sendai Station

Sendai Airport ⇄ Sendai Station is straightforward once you choose between the speedy Sendai Airport Access Line train, airport limousine buses, or a comfortable taxi/private transfer; this guide compares time, cost and convenience, then walks you step-by-step from the arrivals…
How to get from Osaka to Shodoshima

How to get from Osaka to Shodoshima

Osaka is one of the easiest gateways to reach Shodoshima, the olive-scented island in the Seto Inland Sea; here’s how to go from city to island with simple, step-by-step routes by train, ferry, car, and tours. (more…)
How to get from Tokyo Narita Airport to Tokyo Station

How to get from Tokyo Narita Airport to Tokyo Station

Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) sits about 60 km east of central Tokyo, and getting to Tokyo Station is straightforward once you choose between the fast JR Narita Express, the Keisei Skyliner plus a short JR hop, several airport buses, or…
How to get from Tokyo to Kusatsu Onsen

How to get from Tokyo to Kusatsu Onsen

Thinking of soaking in Kusatsu Onsen’s legendary hot springs from Tokyo? Here’s exactly how to get there by bus, train, or car, with realistic times, costs, and step-by-step directions. (more…)