Have you ever longed to combine the thrill of train travel with the romance of a night under the stars? Well, the Sunrise Seto/Izumo Overnight Train, connecting Tokyo with either Takamatsu or Izumo, offers just that – and I was lucky enough to experience it first-hand. Setting off from Tokyo After booking online, my journey …
Embarking on a journey aboard the Kyushu Shinkansen from Nagasaki to Kagoshima remains one of my most cherished travel experiences in Japan. This journey, steeped in culture, nature, and history, unveiled the captivating charm of Kyushu, Japan’s third-largest island. Allow me to share my personal account of this voyage that I booked online on a …
One of my most spiritually stirring journeys in Japan was the trip from the bustling city of Osaka to the tranquil mountain town of Koya, home to the world-renowned Koyasan temple complex. This voyage took me aboard the Nankai Koya Line, a route that perfectly encapsulates the transition from Japan’s urban energy to its serene, …
I have always been enticed by Japan’s northernmost island, Hokkaido, with its exquisite landscapes and fascinating culture. Recently, I booked a memorable rail journey from Hakodate, one of Hokkaido’s largest cities, to Sapporo, the island’s vibrant capital. Here, I’ll share my first-hand account of the experience. Starting from Hakodate My adventure began in the beautiful …
As an avid traveler and a fan of Japan’s splendid landscapes, I had long yearned to experience the famous Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route. This mountain sightseeing route, traversing the Northern Japan Alps from Toyama to Nagano, is renowned worldwide for its stunning natural beauty and unique modes of transport. Here, I share my first-hand experience …
One of the great joys of Japan is the ease of traveling from the heart of its modern cities to sites steeped in history and natural beauty. A perfect example of this is the journey from Tokyo to Nikko, a UNESCO World Heritage site nestled in the mountains of Tochigi Prefecture. I hopped aboard the …
Embarking on a journey across Japan is like stepping into a time machine that effortlessly glides from the ultra-modern to the heartbreakingly historic. My most recent adventure was no exception. I boarded the Sanyo Shinkansen in the bustling city of Osaka, heading towards the city of Hiroshima, a place synonymous with a painful past, but …
Travelling through Japan has always been a dream of mine. And what better way to traverse this fascinating country than by train – and not just any train, but the legendary Shinkansen or bullet train. My journey started in Tokyo, moved through the country’s heartland, and ended in Kyoto. Each moment on the Tokaido Shinkansen …
