Sixty years ago, early in the morning of October 1, 1964, a sleek blue and white train slid effortlessly across the urban sprawl of Tokyo, its elevated tracks carrying it south toward the city of ...

Exploring Japan by train to see Mount Fuji felt like the perfect travel adventure, combining smooth rail travel, beautiful ...

Touring Japan’s bullet train feels like stepping into a transportation system that is decades ahead of the rest of the world.

Fireworks festivals - known as hanabi taikai - are a highlight of Japanese summer culture, drawing millions of spectators each year. Hanabi, which translates to flower fire, is a symbol of celebration ...

Named for the island’s status as the world’s 36th largest, the train offers a slower way to see some of the region’s rural ...

Luxurious rail cars offer countryside views with a range of cultural itineraries and budgets. By Vivian Morelli Reporting from Tokyo Japan’s public transportation is known for its punctuality, ...

Japan’s beloved Shinkansen trains are getting another upgrade. From 2026, some trains on the Tokaido line – the country’s busiest line, as it connects Tokyo, Nagoya and Osaka – will have private rooms ...

Japan is one of the most popular international destinations right now. In April 2025, Japan welcomed a record-breaking 3.9 million international visitors, according to the Japan National Tourism ...