As Japan’s second largest city, Yokohama is a great place to visit to learn about the country’s recent history. It is also located just south of Tokyo and can be a great base for exploring the region if you are looking to save money or simply…
Tokyo Station is located in the Chiyoda part of the city. It provides access to two major business areas: Marunouchi and Ginza. The station is a hub for the Shinkansen high-speed bullet trains and is also served by many lines of Japan Railways (JR) as well…
Yokohama isn't the capital city of Japan, but it is the country's second largest city. Right next door to Tokyo, it's Yokohama that first saw Western encroachment on Japan's sakoku (closed borders) policy. For that reason, there's a whole lot of history to learn about here.…
Osaka is a massive mega-city that can not be summed up in just a few words. On one side you will find historic castles, traditional bars, and rich culture on its streets. On the other side, Osaka is lit with glaring neon lights, decorated with zany…
Sapporo is one of Japan's coolest cities. The capital of the northernmost island region of Hokkaido, Sapporo has a fairly recent history, and is famous for its annual snow and ice festival which sees millions of visitors coming to admire the sculptures and light shows. There's…