Tochigi

Tochigi Prefecture is home to the historic city of Nikko, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring ornate temples like Toshogu Shrine. Enjoy the natural beauty of Nikko National Park, with stunning waterfalls and hiking trails. Tochigi is also known for its delicious strawberries and traditional crafts, making it an excellent destination for both culture enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

8 mins

Minazuki: 8 Scenic Lakes to Visit in Eastern Japan

Explore 8 scenic lakes in Eastern Japan! From volcanic crater lakes to lakes that reflect their surroundings like a mirror,…

21 June 2024

Carissa Loh

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

Johnny Goh

9 mins

The Timeless Art of “Wa” (和): 4 Must-Visit Pottery Towns in Japan

There are as many as 50 pottery towns in Japan boasting unique styles and techniques, distinguishing them from one another…

23 May 2024

Dawn Sim

10 mins

Spring Beginnings: 6 Seasonal Flowers Other Than Sakura

Flowers herald the beginning of spring, and in Japan, no flower is more synonymous with spring than the beloved cherry…

14 April 2024

Carissa Loh

9 mins

Spring Beginnings: 7 Things to Do in Japan in April and May

A symbol of new beginnings and hope, spring is a season in Japan eagerly anticipated by residents and visitors alike….

10 April 2024

Dawn Sim

8 mins

Happy Strawberry Day: 5 Must-Try Varieties of Strawberries in Japan

Did you know that 15 January is Strawberry Day (イチゴの日 Ichigo-no-hi) in Japan? It comes from a word play on…

13 January 2024

Carissa Loh

7 mins

5 Must-visit Autumn Spots from Tochigi

Are you planning to visit Tochigi Prefecture (栃木県 Tochigi-ken) in Autumn, and looking for spots to fill in your itinerary?…

20 November 2023

Travel Communicators

8 mins

Day Trips from Tokyo: How to Spend a Day at the World Heritage Site of Nikko

Looking for a day trip destination from Tokyo? Located just about 2 hours away by train, with UNESCO World Heritage…

7 November 2023

Travel Communicators

12 mins

Your Travel Guide To The Revised JR East Rail Passes

With the revision of JR EAST PASS prices in October 2023, find out how you can extract value from the…

30 October 2023

Nazrul Buang

10 mins

Aki-citing Autumn Train Rides: 4 Magical Train Rides with Autumn Views in Japan

Trains can take you to amazing places, so here are four railway lines and train rides to enjoy fantastic fall…

27 September 2023

Carissa Loh

3 mins

JR News: Price Revision of JR East Rail Passes for Foreign Visitors (2023)

With effect from 1 October 2023, JR East will revise the prices of various rail passes for foreign visitors to…

7 August 2023

Sue Lynn

17 mins

So Sen-station-al: 7 Striking Stations in Japan

Japanese train stations exist in so many different shapes and forms, some of them can even be considered attractions in…

31 October 2022

Kevin Koh

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