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October 18, 2020
How to Get to Tokyo
As Japan’s sprawling capital city Tokyo will feature on almost every itinerary for first-time visitors, and for many, it will be the point of arrival and/or departure to the country. ...
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October 16, 2020
Best Way to Get from Narita Airport to Tokyo – Train, Bus or Private Transport?
Located around 70km to the east of central Tokyo, Narita Airport is one of two international airports – along with Haneda Airport – servicing Japan’s capital. For many international visitors,...
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October 14, 2020
Best Way to Get from Haneda Airport to Tokyo – Train, Bus or Private Transport?
Lying around 18km directly south of central Tokyo, and within the limits of the city, Haneda Airport is one of two international airports – along with Narita Airport -servicing Japan’s capita...
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July 22, 2020
How to Get to Mount Fuji
Located around 2.5 hours to the west of Tokyo, Mount Fuji is approachable from many directions and using different methods of transport. The following page provides information to reaching the ar...
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July 20, 2020
How to Get to Hakone
Located nearby Mount Fuji, Hakone is a popular hot spring area offering visitors plenty of fantastic attractions and activities, not to mention great views of the mountain. Many visitors heading ...
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June 24, 2020
How to Get to the Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route
The Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route can be accessed via Ogizawa Station on the Nagano-side of the mountain range or Tateyama Station, on the Toyama-side of the mounains. Nagano, Toyama and Kanazawa ...
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June 23, 2020
How to Get to Kurobe Gorge
The Kurobe Gorge is accessed via the hot spring town of Unazuki Onsen. To reach Unazuki Onsen, most visitors will ride the Toyama Chiho Railway Main Line to the final stop, Unazuki Onsen Station....
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June 22, 2020
How to Get to Toyama
As a stop on the Hokuriku Shinkansen Line running from Tokyo to Kanazwa, Toyama Station is a convenient point from where to explore Central Japan. Located nearby the popular Tateyama-Kurobe Al...
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June 15, 2020
How to Get to Matsumoto
As home to one of Japan’s last remaining original castles along with many other great attractions, Matsumoto is one of the most popular destinations in Central Japan. Easily accessible from major...
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June 12, 2020
How to Get to Nagano City
As the largest city in Nagano Prefecture and the broader region, Nagano City is your gateway to Central Japan. Easily accessible using the Hokuriku Shinkansen Line - which runs from Tokyo to Kana...
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How to Get to Obuse
Most visitors traveling to Obuse will do so via Nagano Station. As such, most of the directions provided below instruct how to get to Nagano and from there, follow the directions to Obuse include...
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June 10, 2020
How to Get to Karuizawa
Located approximately 170km to the north-west of Tokyo, Karuizawa is a small mountain resort town popular with Tokyo-ites and international visitors alike. As a stop on the Hokuriku Shink...
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How to Get to Nagoya
Several major trains lines including the Tokaido Shinkansen run to and from Nagoya Station, making it an easy city to reach from the following locations: From Chubu Centrair Internatio...
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June 9, 2020
How to Get to Kanazawa
As the northern terminus of the Hokuriku Shinkansen Line running from Tokyo via Nagano, along with the Thunder service from Osaka and Tokyo, Kanazawa Station is a convenient transfer hub and gate...
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How to Get to the Kii Peninsula
The Kii Peninsula covers an expansive area between Nagoya in the east and Osaka in the west. Within that area, visitors will find three of Japan’s most important religious destinations including ...
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How to Get to Madarao – Nagano Ski Resorts Info
The resort of Madarao lies to the northeast of Nagano City, approximately 40KM (<50 mins) and within easy reach to the northwest of Tokyo, approximately 275KM (3.5 hour drive) or around 2 hour...
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June 5, 2020
How to Get to Matsushiro
Located approximately 12km to the south of central Nagano, the small and unassuming destination of Matsushiro is well-known as one of Central Japan’s best-preserved samurai towns. Once th...
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June 1, 2020
How to Get to Kusatsu Onsen
As one of Japan’s most famous hot spring towns, visiting Kusatsu Onsen is well-worth the effort. Located high in the mountains of the Joshinetsu Kogen National Park, Kusatsu sits among a dramatic and...
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May 20, 2020
How to Get to Fukui
Tucked-away in the northwest corner of Central Japan, Fukui remains a somewhat unknown destination for many international visitors. Readily accessible using the Limited Express Thunderbir...
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December 26, 2019
How to Get to The Nakasendo & Kiso Valley
Visitors traveling to the Nakasendo and Kiso Valley, have several options of transport from the following cities: From Tokyo By Train There are two options y...
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December 5, 2019
How to Get The Most out of The Nakasendo & Kiso Valley
Welcome to the Kiso Valley! If you are planning a visit here as part of your trip to Japan, what a trip you are in for! Did you ever wish you had a time machine? Wish no more! Just get on the train in...
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September 17, 2019
How to Get to Snow Monkey Park from Yamada Onsen – The Best Kept Secret Onsen Village
If you are thinking of visiting the Snow Monkey Park this year, you might be wondering where to stay in Nagano. Nagano Prefecture is one of the largest prefectures in Japan and is stretched out over 2...
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July 1, 2019
How to Get to Azumino from The Snow Monkey Park
There is more than one way to get to the Azumino area from the Snow Monkey Park using public transportation. Keep reading to the different options and decide what best fits your schedule. ...
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June 30, 2019
Local Transportation in Azumino, Hotaka in The Matsumoto Area
So, you’ve made it to Azumino, the gateway to the Japan Alps and home of Daio Wasabi Farm! If you have some time to spare, there is plenty to see in the city including many art museums, hot springs, h...
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January 6, 2019
How to Get to Nozawa Onsen – Nagano Ski Resorts Info
The resort of Nozawa Onsen us approximately 50KM (<1 hour drive) to the northeast of Nagano City and within easy reach of Tokyo - 260KM (<4 hours drive) – or around 2 hours using the Ho...
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How to Get to Myoko Kogen – Nagano Ski Resorts Info
Located approximately 30KM (<1 hour drive) directly north of Nagano City and 285KM (3.5 hours drive) to the northwest of Tokyo, the resorts making-up Myoko Kogen are known for their deep p...
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How to Get to Shiga Kogen – Nagano Ski Resorts Info
Located approximately 45KM (1 hour drive) to the east of Nagano City and 280KM (<5 hours drive) to the northwest of Tokyo, Shiga Kogen is Japan's largest ski resort, boasting over 600 hectares...