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Is it true that trains are the most convenient way to travel in Japan?
Trains / Travel

Is it true that trains are the most convenient way to travel in Japan?

Posted on: January 2, 2026January 2, 2026

Japan has a global reputation for its amazing transport system and high-speed trains, but are trains still the most convenient mode of travel?

These gourmet ekiben will make your bullet train trip luxurious!
Food / Kyoto / Shinkansen / Travel

These gourmet ekiben will make your bullet train trip luxurious!

Posted on: May 1, 2025August 1, 2025

I’ve written about ekiben or “train station lunch packs” before, but had to do a piece on these luxurious gourmet ekiben from Kyoto Station!

The best Ekiben meals for your Shinkansen (bullet train) trip
Food / Shinkansen / Travel

The best Ekiben meals for your Shinkansen (bullet train) trip

Posted on: June 6, 2024June 6, 2024

Ekiben is a slang Japanese term meaning “train station lunch box.” Sold at all Shinkansen stations, here are my top 3 choices of ekiben!

The best Shinkansen snacks for an awesome bullet train trip!
Food / Shinkansen / Travel

The best Shinkansen snacks for an awesome bullet train trip!

Posted on: December 11, 2023July 30, 2025

Some of the best feeds in Japan can be found at bullet train stations. Here are my top 5 exclusive Shinkansen snacks for a delicious trip!

5 activities to pass the time on long bullet train rides in Japan
Bento Box / Japan Rail / JR Pass / Shinkansen / Travel

5 activities to pass the time on long bullet train rides in Japan

Posted on: June 14, 2023July 29, 2025

Riding the bullet train can be a fun and exciting experience, but maybe not so much when your trip is several hours long. I’m here to help!

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