transportation
Taxi company makes the dream of being chauffeured around by a Heian-era aristocrat a reality.
Survey finds 10 things to avoid as Japan experiences record-breaking, sometimes patience-testing levels of inbound international tourism.
Transportation bureau wants to collect full fares while still making the ride pleasant for all passengers.
Man’s body continued to make trips back and forth across downtown Tokyo until the end of the day.
New policy seeks to remove additional financial burden in a country where not taking the train often isn’t an option.
Chuo Shinkansen will take you from Tokyo to Nagoya in just 40 minutes…but no one is sure when.
The proposal would leave bikers who ignore police warnings about reckless riding with a ticket and fine instead of a criminal charge.
Japan’s long-haul buses can be a convenient, economical way to get around Japan, as long as you’re punctual.
Toshio Suzuki exhibit comes to southern city for the first time, with new merch along for the ride.
Mamaro provides a place to attend to kids’ needs in the middle of the hustle and bustle of Japan’s rail network.




















Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
We tried six Japanese burger chains’ coffee to test the state of fast food coffee in Japan[Taste test]
Japan has trams that say “sorry” while they ride around town…but why?
Is Sapporio’s Snow Festival awesome enough to be worth visiting even if you hate the snow? [Pics]
Crazy-cheap Tokyo lunch: All-you-can-eat curry rice for 220 yen (US$1.40)!
We eat at three Japanese family restaurants to find the one with the best-value breakfast
Japan’s bathhouse-themed bar replaces hot water with unlimited alcohol
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
We found the prettiest TKG ever at a restaurant specializing in raw eggs on rice in Tokyo
It’s Not a Souvenir, It’s Omiyage: Japanese Omiyage Culture
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Now is the time to visit one of Tokyo’s best off-the-beaten-path plum blossom gardens
Can you eat lunch in Tokyo for less than 500 yen?
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
We eat at three Japanese family restaurants to find the one with the best-value breakfast
Japan’s bathhouse-themed bar replaces hot water with unlimited alcohol
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
We found the prettiest TKG ever at a restaurant specializing in raw eggs on rice in Tokyo
It’s Not a Souvenir, It’s Omiyage: Japanese Omiyage Culture
Sakura Totoro is here to get spring started early with adorable pouches and plushies
New zombie ship sets sail in Japan, includes Shinkansen tickets and all-you-can-eat sushi
Japanese potato chip Rubik’s Cubes coming soon
Now is the time to visit one of Tokyo’s best off-the-beaten-path plum blossom gardens
Make soy sauce eggs in minutes with popular new Japanese product from Daiso
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
How to write “sakura” in Japanese (and why it’s written that way)
Japanese netizen moves into new apartment, gets greeted by shriveled surprise in the oven【Pics】
Fire breaks out in Kyoto hotel, mobile battery to blame