Toyama Travel Update Kurobe Gorge Railway Reopens to Keyakidaira Full-line service between Unazuki and Keyakidaira resumed on October 1, 2026. Travelers can once again ride through the full gorge, but Keyakidaira access remains restricted, capacity is controlled and the reservation procedure requires advance attention. Updated …
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Tokyo’s Record Rainy Spell: What Travelers Should Do
Tokyo Weather Update What Travelers Should Do During Tokyo’s Long Rainy Spell Tokyo experienced an exceptionally long period of wet weather in September 2026. Rain does not automatically mean canceling a Tokyo trip, but travelers should distinguish an ordinary rainy day from heavy-rain warnings, transport …
Is Don Quijote Cheap in Japan? What to Buy and Skip
Japan Shopping Price Guide Is Don Quijote Really Cheap? Don Quijote can offer good value on Japanese snacks, souvenirs, private-label products and selected promotional items—but it is not automatically the cheapest place for cosmetics, medicine, electronics or everyday groceries. Quick answer Don Quijote is cheap …
How to Get to Kurokawa Onsen from Fukuoka, Kumamoto and Beppu
Kyushu Onsen Transportation Guide The Easiest Ways to Reach Kurokawa Onsen Kurokawa Onsen has no railway station, but it is accessible by direct or through buses from Fukuoka, Kumamoto, Aso, Yufuin and Beppu. The best route depends on where your Kyushu itinerary starts, how much …
Japan Tax-Free Shopping Changes 2026: New Refund System
Japan Shopping Update Japan’s Tax-Free Shopping System Changes in November 2026 From November 1, 2026, eligible international visitors will normally pay the tax-inclusive price at participating stores. The consumption-tax equivalent will be refunded only after Customs confirms that the purchased goods are leaving Japan. Information …
10-Day Japan Autumn Itinerary: Tokyo, Mt.Fuji & Kyoto
Japan Autumn Travel A Practical 10-Day Autumn Route from Tokyo to Kyoto This 10-day Japan autumn itinerary combines Tokyo, the Mt. Fuji area, Kyoto, Nara and Osaka. It is designed for first-time visitors who want seasonal scenery without turning every day into a rushed search …
Best Time to Visit Japan: Month-by-Month Guide
Japan Travel Planning Choose the Best Month for Your Japan Trip The best time to visit Japan depends on whether you prioritize comfortable weather, cherry blossoms, autumn colours, skiing, festivals, lower crowds or easier prices. This month-by-month guide helps you match your dates with the …
What Is Hatsumode? Japan’s New Year Shrine Visit Guide
Japanese New Year Tradition Experience Japan’s First Shrine or Temple Visit of the Year Hatsumode is the first visit to a Shinto shrine or Buddhist temple after the New Year begins. People offer thanks, pray for health or good fortune, return old charms and welcome …
Tokyo and Japan Ski Holiday Itinerary: Best Resort Routes
Tokyo + Japan Ski Planning Combine Tokyo with the Right Japan Ski Resort A Tokyo and Japan ski holiday can pair city sightseeing with Hakuba, Nozawa Onsen, Yuzawa or a longer Hokkaido ski stay. The best route depends on how many days you have, whether …
Tsuchiura Fireworks 2026: Lottery Results, Resale Tickets & Access
95th Tsuchiura All Japan Fireworks Competition Tsuchiura Fireworks 2026 Lottery Results and Official Resale The general paid-seat lottery results were announced on September 14, 2026. Ticket holders should now confirm their result, delivery address and ticket details, while unsuccessful applicants still have a chance through …