Haven’t heard of Japan's amazing transportation system? Here are some tips on taking trains and buses, whether commuting or moving around Japan.
Coming at a time of rift in the international order amid the Ukraine crisis, Kishida’s visit will also figure into the future of the Quad and...
Those who have traveled on a bullet train in Japan will know what a treat it is to ride. For those who haven’t, you...
At this time in 2019, I was on a very crowded train on the way from Aomori prefecture back to Tokyo. This year, I was...
As 2019 comes to a close, we at JAPAN Forward are reflecting on the stories that moved Japan this year, and the stories our...
On May 18, JR West announced that a new 500 series Shinkansen featuring Sanrio’s popular character, Hello Kitty, would commence operation on June 30....
The Bullet trains in Japan—Shinkansen—are famous worldwide for their speed, efficiency, comfort, and sheer elegance of shape. They are so elegant, in fact, that...
