Between the months of March and May, Japan turns into a wonderland of pretty pink flowers. The cherry blossom season peaks from about mid-March to late April, so we invite you to explore these top spots and many more, with your Japan Rail Pass. 1. Mt Yoshino When it comes to cherry blossom viewing in Japan,...Read More
Japan is a splendid blend of traditions and modern culture with several sites reminding you of the country’s unique character. We’ve compiled a list of 10 iconic sights in Japan you shouldn’t miss. Travel with a Japan Rail Pass and discover these places for yourself while enjoying comfortable train rides on some of the world’s fastest trains: the...Read More
Japan has a distinctive charm with a truly inspiring culture. Attracted to the adventure and equipped with a Japan Rail Pass, ACP Rail’s Frederic Salort visited two cities in the Land of the Rising Sun and shares his experience. As a kid, I grew up watching animes and later found out my favorite programs originated...Read More
By Andy Jarosz With bullet trains covering huge distances in a short time it’s tempting to assume that anywhere in Japan can be reached within a few hours. Yet almost 3000km separate the southern tip of Kyushu from the northernmost point in Hokkaido and an itinerary that covers all four of the main islands of...Read More
A popular itinerary highlights that a Japan Rail Pass offers great value! The Japan Rail Pass offers an incredibly economical way to travel throughout Japan by rail. This includes travel aboard all Japan Railways (JR) lines and the Shinkansen ‘bullet trains’ (the only exception is the pass is not valid on “NOZOMI” and “MIZUHO” trains)....Read More
Get around with a Japan Rail Pass Japan attracts visitors in April each year for the blooming cherry blossoms that bring a beautiful pink hue to Japan’s many cities, parks, riversides, gardens, castles and shrines. Map out your own cherry blossom viewing tour with a Japan rail pass. Japan rail passes also provide access to...Read More
Your Top 7 Questions – Answered Which trains can I travel on with a Japan Rail Pass? The Japan Rail Pass can transport travelers across the six companies that make up the Japan Railways Group (JR Group), including JR Kyushu, JR Shikoku, JR West, JR Central, JR East and JR Hokkaido. Japan Rail Pass holders...Read More
Includes travel on ‘bullet’ trains & all The Japan Rail Pass offers great value! It’s an economical way to travel throughout Japan’s extensive rail network, considered to be one of the most efficient in the world. This includes travel aboard the world famous Shinkansen ‘bullet’ trains, limited expresses and local services. Specifically a Japan Rail...Read More