4 Must-Visit Spots in Railway Town Omiya as Recommended by JR East Staff
Our friends from JR Omiya Station would like to recommend four of their must-visit local spots in Omiya, which is just 30 minutes away by local train from Central Tokyo.
穿越時光之旅:探索五個日本歷史悠久的江戶古城
在這篇文章中,我們將回到過去,造訪五個保留了江戶時代風貌的歷史古城,一起來體驗這個繁榮而和平的黃金時代。
Time Travel Through Japan: Exploring 5 Historic Edo Towns
An era of peace and prosperity, the Edo Period saw the emergence of post towns, towns that are located along major routes connecting Edo (modern day Tokyo) and key cities. Let’s travel back in time and visit five historic towns that have retained the vestiges of the Edo Period.
JR News: Welcome Suica Upcoming Features For A Greater Rail Travel Experience
With tourism to Japan back in full swing, there is never a better time to plan your first or a repeat trip to Japan. JR East has recently announced a road map of news and updated services for tourists visiting Tokyo and getting around by train. These services will be of great help in planning […]
Welcome to Omiya Station, the Gateway to Saitama!
Have you visited Omiya Station and the areas around it? The train station is where all JR East’s Shinkansen trains will pass through, but few would get off and explore it, where many pleasant surprises await!
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 Japan in accordance with the increasing inbound travel needs.
Let’s Go to Kawagoe, the “Little Edo” near Tokyo
Make a day trip to Kawagoe, the “Little Kawagoe” located near Tokyo! The city still retains the olden charms of the Edo Era, with many preserved historical buildings and quaint structures that people today can appreciate.
A “Rail-ly” Nostalgic Trip to The Railway Museum in Saitama Prefecture
Welcome to The Railway Museum in Saitama Prefecture! Take a trip down memory lane and learn more about the history of trains and railways in Japan, and witness preserved train cars and life-sized replicas of trains from the yesteryears.
#RikkyoFinds: Let’s feel RETRO JAPAN in Saitama
Travel Communicator Intern Natsuka gives us a few tips to enjoy the retro charms of Saitama Prefecture.
JR News: Tohoku Shinkansen Celebrates 40th Anniversary
The Tohoku Shinkansen, JR East’s oldest shinkansen line, celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2022! Find out what special activities are taking place to commemorate this joyous milestone.
Celebrate Past, Present, and Future in SHINKANSEN YEAR 2022
Find out more about JR East’s 5 shinkansen lines and their upcoming anniversaries this SHINKANSEN YEAR 2022!
Tea Travel Japan: 5 Tea Tourism Activities for Ocha Lovers
Big fan of Matcha, Ocha, and all other sorts of Japanese tea? If you want to go straight to the source and get a firsthand look at how your favourite teas are grown and harvested, let’s check out 5 different places and ways you can include tea tourism into your next itinerary!
JR News: JR East’s Spring 2022 Changes
A summary of major changes for spring 2022 for JR East.
A Peek at Japan’s Most Luxurious Trains
Find out more about Japan’s most luxurious trains, which range from overnight cruise trains to sightseeing trains to speedy bullet trains!
JR News: Thank You, Max! E4 Series Shinkansen Makes Last Run on 1 October 2021
Japan’s most beloved double-decker shinkansen, the E4 series Max, made its final voyage of regular service on 1 October 2021. Here are messages from train station crew, as well as special activities on its last day of service.
Nagashi Somen, Japan’s Most Exciting Way to Eat Noodles
Eating nagashi somen with your family and friends is a must-try during summer! Here are two places to experience nagashi somen nearby Tokyo.
JR News: Double-decker Shinkansen E4 Series Max to Retire in Autumn 2021
The beloved double-decker bullet train, the E4 series Max, will be retiring in autumn 2021.
JR News: Travel Around Eastern Japan By Rail With JR-East Train Reservation
Navigate the guide on how to use the JR EAST Train Reservation visit ahead of your next trip to Tokyo and beyond.
Playing the Brew-Tea-ful Tea-guessing Game with Sayama Tea
Find out more about tea from Sayama, and the tea-guessing game Tocha!
Floral Fantasy: 12 Colourful Flowers to Enjoy in Spring
Japan has so, so many different flowers to see in spring! From cheery yellow nanohana fields to baby blue nemophila, crimson poppies, and mystic blue hydrangeas, here are 12 spring flower recommendations.
JR News: Renewal of JR East Rail Passes, Easier to Use!
Find out about the new features and prices of the recently renewed JR East Rail Passes.
Stay at HOTEL METROPOLITAN SAITAMA-SHINTOSHIN & TAKASAKI for Nature & City Fun
Discover the perfect blend of nature and city life by staying at HOTEL METROPOLITAN SAITAMA-SHINTOSHIN or HOTEL METROPOLITAN TAKASAKI, offering easy access to Tokyo, scenic attractions, and local culinary delights.
Discover Japan’s Winter Magic: Icicles of Ashigakubo, Saitama
Did you know you can spot icicles in the winter in the prefecture neighbouring Tokyo? Located just 1.5 hour from Tokyo, this is the perfect winter wonderland to warm your heart!
JR News: JR TOKYO Wide Pass and Hokuriku Arch Pass Holders to be Able to Use Automatic Gates from 1 April 2020
From 1 April 2020, holders of the JR TOKYO Wide Pass and Hokuriku Arch Pass will be able to use automatic gates.
A Stone’s Throw from Tokyo: Spring in Nagatoro
Japan is truly one of the most beautiful places that one can visit in the springtime. If enjoying the gentle scents of sakura and ume flowers, partaking in fruits picking, and being away from the bustling city is your idea of a dream spring break, don’t leave Nagatoro out of your next Tokyo trip!