The melodic chime floated through Tokyo Station just as our Shinkansen slid into view, silent and impossibly smooth, like it was gliding on air. My 10-year-old son, Everest, stood frozen in awe, eyes ...

First-time visitors to Japan face overwhelming choices about where to go in a country that could occupy years of travel. The ...

Back in 2001, East Japan Railway Company/JR East revolutionized train travel in Japan when they launched the Suica system. Instead of having to hunt for your destination on a map posted on the wall in ...

Japan is known worldwide for its vast, efficient, and punctual railway system; arguably, the most famous railroad in history was born there. The country’s first-ever passenger train—pulled by a steam ...

Planning to ride Japan’s Shinkansen? Learn the latest luggage rules, size limits, and booking tips for a smooth bullet train ...

(CNN) — In Japan, finding a true hidden gem seems harder than ever. In recent years, the cities of Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka have become staples for most international tourists who visit. But the ...

There is no tipping: quality service comes as standard. Eating in Japan is a charm of its own. Enjoy the presentation and ...

A well-traveled London-based fashion influencer recently shared their experience traveling from Tokyo to Osaka via the Tokaido Shinkansen — the Japanese bullet train system — their voyage lush with ...

Japan does not expect visitors to know everything instantly, but sincerity matters. Even small gestures of good manners can help you feel more included, welcomed and at ease throughout your travels.

Japan's charming tradition of collecting 'eki stamps' from train stations offers a unique travel souvenir. These free, inked ...