There are two very large travel companies in Japan, JTB and HIS. JTB stands for Japan Travel Bureau . Sounds official, doesn’t it? It was originally called the Japan Tourist Bureau, and established by the Japanese government. It is currently the largest travel agency in Japan and quite easy to find around larger train stations,…
There are some things you might want to know when you are perusing the shops in a food court or on a busy street and your eye happens upon Japan’s answer to McDonald’s. The food is tasty, and it’s not a McDonald’s clone, although some of the fare is similar. It’s a little more expensive…
Renting a car in Japan and driving around is one of the best ways to travel cheaply in Japan now. You can get a great experience, travel easily with pets and kids, stop when and where you want, eat cheaply, go camping, and see the countryside. There has never been a better time to travel…
Although renting a car in Japan can be slightly expensive, traveling in Japan by car can be a very cheap way to travel Japan. It can also be a good way to see the country, get to the rural areas, and travel with families or pets… just remember which side of the road your supposed…
If you are flying to the Osaka, Kobe, Kyoto or any part of the Kansai region, you may find yourself passing through KIX or Kansai International Airport. There is a lot of debate about the practicality of Kansai’s main international airport built on reclaimed land in Osaka Bay, and constantly fighting erosion. Simply put, Kansai…