Mastering the rules for managing your luggage on Shinkansen trains guarantees a seamless, stress-free journey across Japan. Many first-time visitors expect massive luggage racks in every car, but that’s not the reality of Japanese train travel. If you don’t plan ahead, you risk facing unexpected fines, boarding panic, or major social friction with local commuters.
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To travel easily with luggage in Japan, you need to have a solid plan for what to pack and how to move your bags from city to city. Read more
Standing in line in Japan properly will save you headaches and ensure you blend right in with the locals. Understanding these unspoken rules is the key to a smooth journey and avoiding the confusion that many first-time travelers face. Read more
Taking trains in Tokyo can seem incredibly intimidating and complex at first, but I can guarantee that once you get the hang of it, it’s really easy. With a little bit of knowledge, you’ll be zipping around the city like a pro and enjoying your journey.
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Today we’re talking about where to find public bathrooms in Japan. This is just one more reason to love Japan, because there are public bathrooms almost everywhere. They’re easy to find and usually pretty clean. So, let’s dive into everything that you need to know about public toilets in Japan. Read more
The city of Tokyo is clean, safe, and incredibly efficient, even with a population of 14 million people. One reason for this might be that people follow the rules and etiquette. Tokyo is also Japan’s most popular city for foreign tourists, and to help everyone enjoy the experience, the city has posted various etiquette tips for both locals and visitors. Read more
Eating food on the Shinkansen is a traditional and very enjoyable experience while traveling Japan. However, you need to plan ahead. Read more
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
Kyoto is a beautiful place to visit, but the local residents are starting to get a little frustrated by some Kyoto tourists. Read more
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
Becki and Shawn
Japan Travel Specialists
Hi, we’re Becki and Shawn! We love Japan and are truly passionate about Japan and Japan travel.
We’ve lived, worked, and traveled in Japan for 20+ years, so we know where to go, what to see, and how to get there. Join us in Japan for an adventure of a lifetime!
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