Japan’s shinkansen (bullet train) network is made up of a number of different lines, but often when international travelers talk about taking “the shinkansen” they’re referring to the Tokaido ...

Kagoshima plans to offer free Shinkansen tickets from Fukuoka to boost tourism in Japan, targeting select international ...

The three-hour sightseeing train travels through Niigata Prefecture's most stunning landscapes, with sake pairings on board.

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. It begins as a gentle rumble as you see motion out of the window: that slight lurching forward. With a steady gait ...

Zicasso has decided the best way to celebrate 60 years of Japan’s Shinkansen is with an exclusive trip on the famous bullet train. The luxury travel company has created a 10-day “rail cruise” to ...

Luxurious rail cars offer countryside views with a range of cultural itineraries and budgets. By Vivian Morelli Reporting from Tokyo Japan’s public transportation is known for its punctuality, ...

Not even the frenetic train terminals of Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto can match the Instagram appeal of this obscure whistle-stop ...

Japan is one of the most popular international destinations right now. In April 2025, Japan welcomed a record-breaking 3.9 million international visitors, according to the Japan National Tourism ...

Although eating on the subway isn't exactly easy, hungry visitors should abstain from snacking on Japanese metros. In Japan, a nation famous for its order and cleanliness, the seats in metro cars are ...