The viral train operates on the JR Ofunato Line, running between Ichinoseki Station and Kesennuma Station in northern Japan.

Tourists will soon pay more to travel by train in Japan as a railway operator increases its prices. From 1 October, the Japan Rail Pass will increase by 3,000 yen (£14) to 53,000 yen (£247) for an ...

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 ...

A high-speed Japanese ‘shinkansen’ bullet train passing Mount Fuji - Moment RF Japan has twice as many stations per head of population as the UK. Trains are generally modern, clean, punctual and safe.

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. It begins as a gentle rumble as you see motion out of the window: that slight lurching forward. With a steady gait ...

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