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News & Practical Info 📰

Stay informed with the latest news and practical information for travelers. Get tips on transportation, safety, etiquette, and more to enhance your journey.
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JR News: New 10-Day JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area) Announced, Starting May 15

TOKYO—On 20 February 2025, the East Japan Railway Company (JR East) announced that they will be releasing a new 10-day

21 February 2025
3 mins

We’ve Merged! Japan Rail Times (JR Times) is Now A Part of JAPAN RAIL CLUB!

Discover Japan like never before! We are excited to welcome Japan Rail Times (JR Times) to JAPAN RAIL CLUB, expanding
11 November 2024
8 mins

YOBUNORU KAKUNODATE: Your Premier Charter Transport Service to Akita’s Famous Samurai Historical District of Kakunodate

Kakunodate is a famous historical district in Semboku City, Akita Prefecture. Known for its beautiful cherry blossoms in spring, and
24 September 2024
8 mins

Get Around Lake Tazawa And Nyuto Onsen With TAKKO MaaS

With the TAKKO Mobility-as-a-Service service, you get get information as well as arrange for transport to get around the Lake
25 July 2024
8 mins

Unlock Sendai With Our Guide To Must-See Places!

Explore Sendai with the Unlock SENDAI campaign and find out what locations you can visit to make your trip to
20 June 2024
6 mins

Before we go, what is Isego?

On 9 May 2024, JAPAN RAIL CAFE Singapore welcomed Isego Honten on board as a new long-term collaborative partner, with
4 June 2024
4 mins

JR News: Welcome Suica Upcoming Features For A Greater Rail Travel Experience

Welcome Suica Mobile is a new service being introduce for iOS devices for greater ease of travel in Japan.
3 June 2024
3 mins

JR News: Enjoy GALA Yuzawa Snow Resort 2024 Ski Season Until 6 May 2024

Updates to the 2024 Winter season for GALA Yuzawa Snow Resort.
23 April 2024
5 mins

JR News: Say Hello to the New E8 Series Yamagata Shinkansen

Say hello to the E8 Series, JR East’s latest addition to the Shinkansen rolling stock. It made its debut in
4 April 2024
2 mins

JR News: Price Revision of Hokuriku Arch Pass, Your Rail Pass for Hokuriku

The Hokuriku Arch Pass, which enables pass holders to enjoy unlimited train rides on the Hokuriku Arch Pass between Tokyo
1 March 2024
8 mins

A Beginner’s Guide to Aki (秋): The Best Period, Spots, and Tips to Enjoy Japan’s Autumn

“I long to be in Japan in the autumn.” These words from my favourite travel writer, Pico Iyer, echoes my

30 October 2023
11 mins

Incredible Ibaraki #1: Exciting Railway Updates & Cycling Around Ibaraki!

Get to know more about Ibaraki, a prefecture north of Tokyo, through cycling. Find out new changes to train stations
19 October 2023

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