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Scenic Train Journeys in Japan That You Can’t Miss
Sometimes, it really is more about the journey than the destination. Here are some romantic train rides in Japan that prove it.
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Can You Walk Tokyo’s Yamanote Line? Many Do!
It'll take you all day. But yes, you can walk the distance of Tokyo's most famous train line - and here's why…
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Credit Card Tap-to-Pay Comes to Many (But Not All) Tokyo Trains
Soon, you'll be able to tap-to-pay on many trains and subways across Tokyo. But be warned: not every train company's on board.
INSIDER
[Insider] Shinjuku Station: How to Navigate It Like a Pro
It's rated as Tokyo's most confusing train station for a reason. But it's easy to get around once you know a few…
CULTURE
Rail Enthusiasts in Japan Keep Causing Headaches for Passengers, Locals
Tourists aren't the only ones causing ire in Japan: incidents of badly behaved railway photographers are on the rise.
CULTURE
Dangerous – or Dated? Japan Debates Use of Smartphones Near Train Priority Seats
A recent social media post has sparked debate over a longstanding rule of smartphone use that has no basis in fact.
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Tourist in Hokkaido Killed by Train While Trying to Take Picture
The location near Asari Station in Otaru has become a famous "hidden" tourist spot, especially among Chinese travelers.
LAW & CRIME
Police: Doctor in Japan Pulls Icepick on Coughing Man on Train
The 59-year-old doctor from Yokozuka denies telling a soldier he'd kill him if he didn't stop hacking up a lung.