Ride the Sagano Romantic Train through the gorgeous fall foliage of Kyoto
The Sagano Romantic Tram Although it may be difficult to travel now during the pandemic, one Japanese travel destination to keep in mind at this…
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Unsettling experiences on the train and how a young commuter stepped up [manga]
Unfortunately some people don’t get it. Overbearing friends don’t recognize boundaries, and tightly-wound customers during the pandemic flip out at the slightest invocation. No matter…
Duo of train conductors in Japan sync up for idol dance during safety check
If you’ve traveled much in Japan, particularly using smaller and local train stations, it’s likely you’ve seen train conductors step out of their car to…
Home Made Train Set Sushi Train is a First Class Delight
While the state of emergency is slowly lifting across parts of Japan, many people still remain confined to their homes. After more than a month…
Emergency Stop Button on Train Pushed after Passenger Coughs without Mask
A train in Fukuoka city was delayed by 3 minutes on the evening of February 18th after a passenger hit the emergency stop button because…
Get Transported Into A Sci-Fi Movie with the Nagano Shinkansen
by JAPAN Foward Photo by Masamichi Kirihara | © JAPAN Forward Just before dawn, a sight which resembles a sci-fi movie unfolded before our eyes….
JR West’s Hello Kitty Train Celebrates Japanese Culture from Kansai Airport to Kyoto
Recently there have been many special train services which promise a very Japan-specific experience before you’ve even arrived at your destination. One example is the…
[Hidden Wonders of Japan] This is How They Line Up at Shinagawa Station
The neighborhood of Shinagawa, with its high-rise buildings, is a vibrant heart of business in Tokyo. Large groups of salarymen in black suits seemingly rushing…
Hello Kitty Bullet Train Will Bring Kawaii To West Japan In Summer 2018
Hello Kitty Bullet Train (Shinkansen) Japan’s bullet trains, also known as shinkansen, continue to delight foreign tourists with their convenience and comfort. Albeit less frequently…
The World’s Most Luxurious Train, the Seven Stars in Kyushu [Video]
A contender for the title of most luxurious train in the world In the world of luxury train transportation, the first name that may come…
Visitors To West Japan Can Ride In A Hello Kitty Bullet Train This Summer
Japan’s bullet trains, also known as shinkansen, continue to delight foreign tourists with their convenience and comfort. Albeit less frequently than conventional trains, they also…
Eerie Station With Underground Passage To Narita Airport Looks Like A Place Time Forgot
We all know the feeling. Empty parking lots, highway rest stops, abandoned convenience stores. They all give us an eerie sensation due to the fact…
Get Back on Track at Tokyo’s Model Train Bar Ginza Panorama
The healing properties of model railway sets are well documented. Especially if they run around a tiny model village full of tiny model people. In…
Interview with Kyoto Pop Singer Asachill
As our readers may recall, last month, Kyoto pop singer Asachill guided us through the beautiful traditional Kyoto neighborhood of Pontocho where she grew up….
Animation Shows Unbelievable Amount of Trains That Run During Tokyo’s Manic Rush Hour
Only in Japan could a logistical nightmare like the Tokyo train system run as smoothly as it does. Underground, over ground, overlapping and running almost…