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The Sunrise Seto is one of only two remaining overnight sleeper trains in Japan — a country that once operated dozens of them ...

DALLAS — A Dallas delegation traveling to Tokyo to experience high speed rail will have five meetings over the five days they will be in Japan on the public dime, according to a copy of the itinerary ...

Luxurious rail cars offer countryside views with a range of cultural itineraries and budgets. By Vivian Morelli Reporting from Tokyo Japan’s public transportation is known for its punctuality, ...

Japan is one of the most popular international destinations right now. In April 2025, Japan welcomed a record-breaking 3.9 million international visitors, according to the Japan National Tourism ...

After decades without a significant increase, the price of the passes is jumping by as much as 76 percent. But that doesn’t mean they aren’t still a good value, if you know how to use them. By Allan ...

There are trains that simply take you from one place to another, and then there are those that turn the journey itself into a once‑in‑a‑lifetime experience. Japan's Seven Stars in Kyushu belongs ...

A short stay in Osaka or a relaxed week in Hiroshima can feel very different in terms of data use. City exploration involves ...

When Sara Dykstra pondered a milestone birthday on the horizon, she came up with a big ask. “For my 50th birthday, I want to go on a big trip with the kids,” she said. Her husband, Steve Cohn, saw ...