One of Japan's most popular destinations, Kyoto is the most historic city in the country, attracting millions of visitors each year. A city of huge cultural importance, Kyoto boasts some of Japan...
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March 10, 2021
How To Get To Kyoto
One of Japan's most popular destinations, Kyoto is the most historic city in the country, attracting millions of visitors each year. A city of huge cultural importance, Kyoto boasts some of Japan... -
March 10, 2021
How To Get To Nara
Within easy reach of both Kyoto and Osaka, Nara is a much smaller city but one with a very important history. As the capital prior to Kyoto, Nara boasts many significant temples including Japan’s... -
March 9, 2021
40 Things To Do In Kyoto, Nara & Osaka
Marking the border of western and central Japan, the cities of Kyoto, Nara and Osaka are all firmly established as popular destinations for international visitors. The proximity of the three citi... -
March 9, 2021
How to Get to Osaka
As Japan’s third largest city, Osaka is a huge metropolis with a big reputation. A city of shopping, eating and nightlife, Osaka is a bit more brash than Tokyo and a lot less refined than Kyoto. ... -
March 5, 2021
10 Best Places To See Autumn Leaves In Kyoto
Japan's former capital and most historic city attracts visitors from all over the world. Home to many of the country's most important temples and shrines, Kyoto is blessed with some truly beautif... -
March 2, 2021
Where to Stay in Kyoto & Nara?
Lying within close proximity of each other, Kyoto and Nara both served as the seats of power for the majority of Japan's history. While the name and imagery of Kyoto will be immediately familiar ... -
March 1, 2021
Where to Stay in Osaka & Kansai International Airport?
As Japan’s third largest city it’s something of an understatement to say that Osaka is big. Huge would be a better description – huge, exciting and confusing. Much like visiting Tokyo, getting th... -
May 14, 2020
From Kyoto: How To Get To The Snow Monkey Park
As Japan’s capital and residence of the emperor for more than one thousand years – from 794 until 1868 – Kyoto boasts unmatched historic importance and traditional aesthetic, typified by its many... -
May 14, 2020
From Osaka: How To Get To The Snow Monkey Park
Osaka is one of Japan’s great metropolises offering visitors an endless array of things to do. Loud, brash and great fun, Osaka is in most regards a world away from the mountains and quiet of Cen... -
May 14, 2020
Limited Express Thunderbird (Osaka–Kyoto–Fukui–Kanazawa)
For many visitors, the Limited Express Thunderbird will be their mode of transport from and to Osaka, Kyoto and Central Japan via Kanazawa. On this page you will find the following information:... -
May 14, 2020
Limited Express Thunderbird Timetable
The Limited Express Thunderbird operates from Osaka Station to Kanazawa Station, stopping at Kyoto, Fukui and other station enroute between those each terminus. On this page you will find the fol... -
May 14, 2020
Tokaido Shinkansen (Tokyo–Nagoya–Kyoto–Osaka)
Known by many international visitors simply as the ‘Bullet Train’, Japan’s ‘Shinkansen’ network connects major cities with high-speed train services that operate on various Shinkansen lines. On t... -
May 14, 2020
Tokaido Shinkansen Timetable
The Tokaido Shinkansen Line runs from Tokyo to Osaka via Nagoya, Kyoto and other stops making it the busiest line on Japan's legendary 'Bullet Train' network. On this page you will find the follo... -
May 14, 2020
Kansai International Airport
Kansai International Airport (KIX) is one of Japan's busiest international airports, located 38km southwest of Osaka. For many international visitors, Kansai will be their port of entry and/or ex... -
May 14, 2020
Shin-Osaka Station
Shin-Osaka Station is one of several major train stations servicing Osaka. Not to be mistaken with Osaka Station, Shin-Osaka Station is the terminus for both the Tokaido Shinkansen – running east... -
May 14, 2020
Kyoto Station
Kyoto Station is a major stop on the Tokaido Shinkansen Line running from Osaka to Tokyo, along with a many other train lines including intercity rapid services. This modern and spacious station ... -
January 24, 2017
Kyoto: Kyoto Station Area
Located in the centre of the city, the area around Kyoto Station is one of the most convenient, if not the most convenient, places to stay. As a stop on the Tokaido Shinkansen line running from Osa... -
January 20, 2017
Kyoto: Sanjo Station Area
More commonly referred to as the ‘Higashiyama’ area of the city, the area around Sanjo Station boasts some of Kyoto’s most famous attractions. The area is quite large therefore it’s useful to split... -
January 16, 2017
Kyoto: Kiyomizu-Gojo Station Area
More commonly referred to as the ‘Higashiyama’ area of the city, the area around Kiyomizu-Gojo Station boasts some of Kyoto’s most famous attractions. The area is quite large therefore it’s useful ... -
January 12, 2017
Kyoto: Arashiyama Station Area
Located in the north-west of the city, Arashiyama isn’t a popular area to stay but might be of interest to visitors who want to be nearby some famous sights including the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove an... -
January 8, 2017
Nara: Kintetsu-Nara Station Area
Kintetsu Nara Station is the closest train station to Nara’s most famous attractions. From the station it takes less than 10-minutes to walk into Nara Park, famous for its many deer and sites inclu... -
January 4, 2017
Nara: JR Nara Station Area
JR Nara Station is the second of two main train station - along with Kintetsu-Nara Station - servicing the city. It is however further away from the most famous attractions of the city with sites i... -
December 31, 2016
Osaka: Umeda Station Area
Often referred to ‘Kita’ or the northern district of downtown Osaka, Umeda is considered by many visitors as the best place to stay in the city. The area boasts many hotels, great shopping, plenty ... -
December 26, 2016
Osaka: Namba Station Area
Home to Osaka's most iconic landmark, the bright neon signs of Dotonbori including its famous 'Glico Man', it's almost certain that every first-time visitor to the city strolls through this area. O... -
December 21, 2016
Osaka: Shinsaibashi Station Area
Making-up part of the 'Minami' area of Osaka's downtown, the area around Shinsaibashi Station is home to a thriving shopping and dining scene along with plenty of nightlife. Within walking distance... -
December 16, 2016
Osaka: Shin-Osaka Station Area
One of several major train stations in Osaka, Shin-Osaka Station is serviced by lines including the Tokaido Shinkansen running east to Kyoto, Nagoya and terminating at Tokyo and the San'yo Shinkans... -
December 11, 2016
Osaka: Yodoyabashi Station Area
A largely commercial and shopping precinct, the area around Yodoyabashi Station is situated to the north of more popular areas such as Kita and Minami and just to south the Shin-Osaka Station. As s... -
December 6, 2016
Osaka: Hommachi Station Area
Positioned between Kita and Minami, the area around Hommachi Station can be considered as the centre of the city, making it an attractive area to stay. If you’re feeling energetic and can walk from... -
December 5, 2016
Osaka: Osaka Castle Park Area
As one of the most popular attractions in the city, there’s a good chance you might be visiting Osaka Castle during your stay. Lying to the west of Yodoyabashi Station, it’s an easy area to reach b... -
December 4, 2016
Osaka: Tennoji Station Area
Located to the south of the Namba Station area, the neighbourhoods around Tennoji Station are enjoying revitalisation and increasing popularity over recent years. Considered a little more rough and... -
December 1, 2016
Osaka: Universal City Area
Heading west from central Osaka, the area around Universal City Station is popular for one reason, and one reason only – Universal Studios Japan (USJ). One of the country’s most popular attractions... -
November 27, 2016
Osaka: Osakako Station Area
Osakako Station services the attractions of Tempozan Harbor Village including the always popular Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan and Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel. Though well away from the city centre, Osak... -
November 22, 2016
Osaka: Kansai Airport Station Area
Around 45-minutes from Namba Station, Kansai Airport Station services Kansai International Airport – one of Japan’s busiest airports. Located on a man-made island on Osaka Bay, the area is well-awa...
