TRANSPORTATION

The Resort Shirakami is a travel experience that combines the romance of the railways with traditional culture and beautiful scenery.

A Journey on one of Oigawa Railway's steam locomotives connects people with the charms of travel from a lost era.

What does a foreign traveler need to know when visiting Japan? Here we try to parse it down to 11 key things you definitely need to know—and a few more that could be helpful.

These stylish license plates feature iconic imagery from prefectures throughout Japan, so you can show off your prefectural pride every time you hit the road!

A basic guide to buying, using and making the most of the JR Pass!

This new bullet train from JR West will allow passengers to travel in comfort like never before, with six unique cars that cater to the needs of different types of travelers.

Major cities in many regions of Japan operate highway bus terminals, which are a great way to save time and money on your way to Hida Takayama.

Find out the best way to get to Hida Takayama from Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka.