Travel in Japan can be complicated, but careful trip planning reaps huge rewards. Here is what to know before visiting.

Although you can use Google Maps, I suggest downloading the Navitime app (iOS and Android). It is very efficient at identifying the best subway and public transportation routes and ... versus the pass ...

Two Russian maritime reconnaissance and anti-submarine warfare aircraft were intercepted by Japanese fighter jets.

High-speed rail has been on the agenda for every Australian Government since 1984, but no project has ever made it past the ...

A new list of the top 10 luxury rail routes all over the world has been shared by Japan Rail Pass, and one of them takes in the spectacular scenery of the Highlands. As reported by the Scottish ...

Whether you want to embark on a romantic long-distance rail journey in Europe or a boozy excursion through Napa Valley’s vineyards, Travel + Leisure has the scoop on the latest routes — and ...

Here we share the best time and places to see autumn leaves in Japan. Our Japan Autumn Leaves Forecast includes a map of Japan with estimated peak ... to Visiting Japan in Fall Purchasing a Japan Rail ...

So I bought a $499 USA Rail Pass, good for up to 10 trips of any length in 30 days, and selected a half-dozen stops along the route ... Kyoto, Japan: The Japanese city is famous for its temples ...

The only drawback is the high cost without a Japan Rail Pass: 3,070 yen for standard carriages (with seasonal ... Trains should also be chosen carefully. On routes like the Yamanote Line, too much ...

Japan’s southern islands were forecast to receive the most rain. The powerful storm has forced flight cancellations and disrupted high-speed rail travel ... know if it will pass over the ...

Every populated continent is home to some form of high-speed rail network, except for Australia. The introduction of the bullet train in Japan in 1964 ... to Sydney route via Shepparton and ...