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Whether you're getting from A to B, or turning a journey into an adventure, these are the most scenic train journeys in Japan ...

Japan is a mesmerizing country where the ancient meets the ultra-modern, creating a unique blend of history, technology, and ...

The president of Central Japan Railway Co. (JR Tokai) announced on March 29 that the Linear Chuo Shinkansen Line will not ...

The next-generation model's design will be finalized around next summer after ideas are sought from employees across JR East ...

“Damn, these trains go fast,” I thought to myself while heading toward Tokyo aboard the Narita Express. It was an early Tuesday morning this past June when I landed at Narita International Airport.

Shinkansen trains are known for their on-time efficiency, but if you arrive at the station well in advance of your train’s departure, as a Gran Class passenger you can access Tokyo Station’s Viewgold ...

Average train delays of 36 seconds every year? Who could complain about that kind of service? The Japanese icon JR East is one of the subjects in Skift's recent sixth anniversary book, For the Long ...

Japan often ranks high on everyone’s travel wishlist – but if schedules and budgets aren’t quite lining up, you can still get ...