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The Kyushu Shinkansen (九州新幹線 Kyūshū Shinkansen) is the high speed bullet train line from Hakata down to Kagoshima-Chuo. Learn about the Kyushu Shinkansen line, trains, schedule, map, future and more.

Hokkaidō (北海道) is Japan’s northernmost island, best known for its unspoiled nature and breathtaking scenery. The landscape of Hokkaido is everchanging by the season.

Ramen isn’t just a food in Japan. It’s a way of life. Japan is a world-renowned destination for food lovers everywhere and even if you're not a Ramen Maniac, a stopover for Ramen is a must do.

Japan’s beautiful and diverse landscape - ranging from mountains, forests and wetlands, to beaches, subtropics and underwater worlds - feature spectacular and unique wildlife anywhere in the world.

Japan is one of the world’s premier destinations for skiing and snowboarding. Learn all about what Japan has to offer in terms of winter sports here.

Did you know that the world’s first novel was written in Japan in the 11th Century? Welcome to the world of Literary Tourism where Japan is among the world’s leading destinations.

The Twilight Express Mizukaze, sometimes called Twilight express, or simply Mizukaze. Is a highly luxurious excursion train that used for trips around western Japan.

Imagine swimming past sunken World War Two wrecks and hammerhead sharks, cuttlefish and coral reefs, before taking a journey north for an icy dip and a spot of whale watching. This diving in Japan!

Winter can be a tricky time of year to visit Japan if you’re not into skiing and snowboarding. The Sapporo Snow Festival make it completely worthwhile the glacial spectacle and snow fun.

One of the questions we get most on the JR Pass forum: Is the JR Pass worth it? Today we find out, with 5 usage scenario's for the Japan Rail Pass.