Japan may be famous for its super fast shinkansen trains and hyper-efficient metro systems, but outside of the big cities public transport can be infrequent. If you plan to visit some of the more remote areas...
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Japan is often perceived as an expensive place; we share our best tips and tricks to ensure you get the most from your trip no matter what your budget.
A good guide book can make your trip; we review country guides, city guides and specialist guides to Japan to help you find the perfect one for you.
Japanese culture values food greatly, and it's almost impossible to have a bad meal in Japan. We've picked some of our favourite Japanese foods that you should definitely try while in Japan.
Nagasaki is famous for being the target of the second atomic bombing, but also has a rich history as one of the few ports to allow western trade with Japan.
Sapporo is the main city in Hokkaido and is known for its lively nightlife and vibrant festivals. Sapporo has some of the best cuisine outside of Tokyo, and the best skiing and winter sports in Japan.
