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Is There Food on the Shinkansen Bullet Train?

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Eating food on the Shinkansen is a traditional and very enjoyable experience while traveling Japan. However, you need to plan ahead. Read more

What to Do with Your Luggage on a Japanese Train

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Whether you’re traveling to Japan for business or pleasure, you’ll eventually need to know what to do with your luggage on a Japanese train. Some travelers feel a tinge of frustration when they rush to board and then don’t know what to do with their bags. Read more

What Are the Etiquette Rules for Kyoto Tourists?

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Kyoto is a beautiful place to visit, but the local residents are starting to get a little frustrated by some Kyoto tourists. Read more

What Are the Top 10 Tips for Tourists on Trains in Japan?

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Today we’re going over the top 10 tips for tourists on trains in Japan. The Japan Private Railway Association recently conducted an annual study on train and station etiquette. Of the 5,000 people surveyed, 63% reported feeling bothered by the behavior of foreign tourists. Read more

Etiquette for Riding the Bullet Train in Japan

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Today, we’re talking about basic etiquette for riding the bullet train in Japan. Recently, there have been news reports of foreign visitors disregarding local customs on Japan’s trains, which has pushed this issue into the spotlight. Read more

How to Ride City Buses in Japan

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Riding city buses in Japan can be tricky for someone visiting for the first time. But with some preparation, you’ll find that they’re a great way to get around. Read more

What to Do If You Get Sick in Japan

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Getting sick in Japan isn’t ideal, but it happens. And finding help in a foreign language and culture can be tricky and intimidating. Today, I’m going to give you the information you need to handle being sick in Japan. Read more

Silence Speaks Volumes in Japan

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Silence in Japan isn’t just about the absence of noise. It’s a rich, meaningful part of Japanese culture. This is in contrast to our tech-heavy world, where constant noise is the norm. Read more

A Guide To Buying Train Tickets in Japan

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Buying train tickets in Japan is simple, once you understand how to do it. You’ll find automatic ticket machines for short trips at almost every station in Japan. They’re easy to use and will save you time.

For longer journeys, there are ticket counters and special long-distance train ticket machines. You can buy tickets and reserved seats with both of these options. Read more

Sustainable Tourism in Japan with Japan and More Tours

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Japan and More’s tours focus on community-friendly, sustainable tourism in Japan. We’ve carefully designed our tours to strike a delicate balance between visiting Japan’s most beautiful sites, supporting local economies, and minimizing our footprint on the communities we visit.
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