It’s easy to travel from Kyoto to Ine Fishing Village, though not necessarily fast.
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Is the Japan Rail Pass Still Worth It?
The old axiom—that a 7-day JR Pass costs the same as a round-trip Shinkansen journey between Tokyo and Kyoto—is no longer true.
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The Shinkansen’s Disappearing Food Service
Is there food on the Shinkansen?
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Should You Fly United or ANA to Japan?
From the passenger perspective, these airlines literally couldn’t be more different.
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Kyoto’s Awesome Autumn
Where can you see fall colors in Kyoto?
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How to Navigate Kyoto
By the time you finish reading this post, you’ll know Kyoto at least as well as I do.
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Where to See Mt. Fuji
Allow me to start this post by pouring cold water all over you.
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Want to Drive Mario Kart in Tokyo? There’s a Catch.
A Tokyo street kart tour may or may not be what you’re expecting.
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How to Take the Ultimate Japan Postcard Picture
Is Chureito Pagoda worth it?
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Kansai’s Most Fabulous Fish Market
Not everyone will have the time or inclination to visit the Akashi Fish Market, but if you do, you won’t leave disappointed.
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Ride the Rails Between Tokyo and Osaka
If you’re preparing to take a Tokyo to Osaka train, it’s natural that you’ll have some questions.
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The Spirit of Kyoto
“Temple fatigue” is a very real phenomenon.
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If you’ve never been to either city, comparing Tokyo vs Kyoto might seem futile.
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Is Tokyo Expensive?
It’s a matter of yes-and-no, not yes-or-no.
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10 Amazing Japanese Foods That Aren’t Sushi
Culinarily speaking, Japan is as much a land of discovery as it is for culture, history, scenery and all the other reasons we love it.
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The Most Wonderful Time of the Year (in Osaka)
Visit Japan’s second city to see sakura of the first rate.
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Where to See Sakura in Tokyo
The Tokyo cherry blossom season comes early—but often unpredictably so.
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Kamakura Starts Here
Japan’s ancient capital is a great excursion from its current one.
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The Dreamiest Day Trips from Kyoto
I’m glad you’re here—and I’m excited to help you get out of town.
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How to See Hokkaido Lavender
Hokkaido’s flower fields are more than opportunities to harvest Instagram likes.
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