Articles about local trains, sightseeing trains, ferries, and transport experiences that are more than just a way to get from A to B.
Hakone is one of the most rewarding trips. Mountains, lakes, ropeways, art museums, and relaxing Hakone hot springs. Everything packed into a small area. Because transport here connects trains, buses, cable cars, boats and even a ropeway, the best way to travel is using the unlimited pass. From Odawara Station to almost anywhere in Hakone, … Read more
If you’ve ever played Momotetsu, there’s a good chance you’ve dreamed about playing it in real life. The popular Japanese board game sends players racing across Japan’s railway network, rolling dice, buying properties, and discovering train stations you’ve never heard of. It’s chaotic, and strangely educational, especially when it comes to geography and Japan’s many … Read more
Are you staying in Kyoto and planning a trip to Nara, but feeling like trying something a little more special than a regular train? If you’re in the mood for a fancy, romantic train experience, then the Aoniyoshi train might be exactly what you’re looking for. This luxury sightseeing limited express runs between Kyoto, Nara, … Read more
