Everyone loves the Land of the Rising Sun, and with foliage and ski seasons coming up, you might be looking for where to visit in Japan. Below are some great ideas. (Note: list non-comprehensive; we’ve got way more!)
OK, you’ve probably heard the news: the JR Pass is getting more expensive and people are up in arms! Quick info if you’re wondering why: The JR (Japan Rail) Pass is specially discounted train pass for foreign visitors that can be used for unlimited travel across the six companies of the JR Group, including the famous shinkansen (bullet trains). It must be purchased before your trip or as soon as you arrive in the country. And comes, in the parlance of planes, in first class and economy.
JR Pass used to be one of the most economical ways to see Japan, but with prices almost doubling, tourists are panicked. The thing is, our reporter insists that the JR Pass is still worth the price of admission–especially if you plan properly, head to off-beat places, and in general love the romance of train travel.
A little primer on Kanazawa, Izu, Beppu and Shirakami Sanchi:
We’ve got a ton of Japan content for inspiration on where to visit for your next trip. Below is just a small sampling of our articles to help you plan, or just get your imaginations going:
Read our article about these four places to visit in Japan where a trip is worth the extra mile here.
For where to eat and drink your way through Osaka, read the article here.
Find out about a hidden hot springs hotel here.
Discover design hotel Shishi-Iwa and its awesomely locavore culinary region here.
Check out our review of Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi here.
Get our guide of what to do in Tokyo during your first visit… and your second, here.
A quick list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Japan can be perused here.
Learn all about onsen and their healing history here.
And find some of the best onsen towns – including how to book – here.
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