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Japanese pizza chain opens stand at Tokyo station platform

Never-before-seen branch makes it easier than ever to eat pizza, but is it any good?

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Japan’s favorite pork cutlet sandwich maker also has awesome katsudon restaurant in Tokyo Station

Maisen Shokudo will make sure you get on the train with a full and happy stomach.

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The phantom juice only available from vending machines at JR East train stations

Only on sale for a limited time, and in a very limited area.

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Tokaido Shinkansen ending in-train food/drink sales for all non-first-class-passenger cars

Better plan ahead if you’re planning to eat on the bullet train.

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Fossil of an extinct crab discovered in a pillar at Tokyo Station

A fascinating link to the city’s ancient past…if you know where to find it.

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Japan’s new Spacia X train is like travelling in a luxury aircraft

And no, this doesn’t have anything to do with Elon Musk.

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Japan’s new random-destination die-roll train tickets — Amazing bargain for just 36 bucks

If luck’s on your side, you can save 83 percent off normal train fare, and even if it’s not, you’ll still save at least 34.

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Sales of Japan’s most convenient train ticket/shopping payment cards suspended indefinitely

Suica and Pasmo have become an ubiquitous part of life and travel in Japan, but you can’t get a new card for either.

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Tokyo Station’s second-most popular bento is great because of what it isn’t【Taste test】

Unassuming inarizushi just might be the best bento to grab at Tokyo Station.

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Japanese train goes viral for Nara deer decorations

Rub shoulders with Japan’s sacred deer on this very special mode of transport.

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This little-known spot is a haven for train otaku, with a view of both Mt. Fuji and bullet trains

It’s slightly outside the city center, but definitely worth a trip for the views!

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Japan Railways selling official gloves, cushion, timetable, and more for official sim game

Next stop, moquette seats!

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Video of foreign diplomat riding in Tokyo subway priority seat sparks manners debate【Video】

Georgian ambassador’s brief subway ride clip has people disagreeing over how to properly prioritize those who need the seats.

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This ekiben train station bento is filled with surprises

Join us on the bullet train as we uncover hidden treasure from Niigata.

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Crazy busy overnight work experience event for Japanese kids gives them just four hours to sleep

Late to bed, early to rise.

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Best breakfast ramen in southern Japan? Taste-testing Fukuoka’s super-convenient Morning Ramen

A perfect place for your last, or first, meal in Japan’s southern ramen capital.

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Huge price hike for Japan Rail Pass triggers huge drop in foreign travelers who’ll buy it【Survey】

But that just might be part of JR’s plan.

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Onitsuka Tiger now sells Shinkansen sneakers that cost more than a trip on the bullet train

Slip your feet into three different styles designed to look like three different types of bullet train.

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What the heck is this huge sumo wrestler doing at Ryogoku Station in Tokyo?

We all know Ryogoku is sacred ground for sumo wrestlers, but this is bordering on ridiculous!

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What’s the rule for where to put strollers on Japan’s Shinkansen bullet trains?

Japan’s high-speed trains don’t have designated stroller spots onboard, so where should parents put theirs?

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