What you need to know about Japan when traveling in May

May in Japan is something of a Goldilocks zone in astronomy: the perfect season when it’s neither too hot nor too cold. It’s time to relax and travel! Keep in mind: during the Golden Week at the beginning of the month, all trains and hotels are...

Harry Potter theme park to open in Tokyo this summer

A theme amusement park dedicated to the protagonist of the novels by British writer JK Rowling Harry Potter will open on June 16 in Tokyo. Construction on a former amusement park in the Nerima area of northwest Tokyo is near its completion. Its area is 30 hectares. A...

JR-pass in Japan will almost double in price in autumn

The Japan Rail Pass has long been a popular choice among travelers looking for an easy and affordable way to travel around the country. JR Pass has no rivals in terms of convenience: its rail network covers most major cities and tourist destinations in Japan. Increase...