JR Tokai Offers Maglev Rides Peter Sidell Japan Rail Tokai (JR Central) is offering demonstration rides on its magnetic levitation 'MagLev' trains in July and August
Ethiopian Airlines Launches Tokyo Route Peter Sidell Ethiopian Airlines has opened a route between Tokyo and Addis Ababa, providing the only direct flights between Japan and Africa.
Fukushima Hotels Now Half Price Aya Sakaguchi Utilizing the catchphrase "Where good fortune blooms" (福が満開！福のしま), premium travel tickets are being sold to help int...
Short Tours for Layover Passengers Claire Rieuneau Short Tours for layover passengers at Narita Airport since March 2015
Free Wi-Fi Now on Tohoku Shinkansen Claire Rieuneau Since May 1, Japan Railways offers free Wi-Fi to its customers on Tohoku Shinkansen. Free-Wifi service is also available in a...
Tokyo's Bridgestone Museum to Close Peter Sidell From May 18 2015, the Bridgestone Museum of Art in Tokyo's Kyobashi district will close for a renovation lasting several years.
Maglev Train Hits New 603kph Speed Record Tom Roseveare The MLX-01 bullet train set a new speed record of 603kph (374.69mph) on April 21st during renewed testing in Tsuru, Yamanashi...
Culture New Tourist Hotspot Only 8 Minutes From Haneda Airport! Masayoshi Nageishi The new Ota City Tourist Information Center will open its doors on December 11. Gather information on top tourist destination...
Activities Omizutori Ceremony Lecture Bryan Baier Unique Omizutori Ceremony Lecture by Head Secretary of Todaiji Temple offered free of charge
Sendai Opens New East-West Subway Line Justin Velgus Sendai opens its new Tozai (east-west) subway line on 6 December 2015. Locals, tourists, and convention attendees will benefi...
