New Disney Shinkansen comes to Japan’s railways in 2025
A new Disney-themed bullet train, the "Wonderful Dreams" Disney Shinkansen, is scheduled to commence operations on Japan's high-speed rail network.
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Kyushu sees record-breaking number of foreign tourists in early 2025
Kyushu has experienced its largest ever influx of tourists in a one month period at the start of 2025.
Welcome Suica app gets release date as Japan’s tourist friendly IC travel card goes digital
JR East have announced the launch date of the tourist focused Welcome Suica Mobile app.
Suica IC cards resume unrestricted sales this March
After a lengthy pause due to a nationwide shortage, the popular Suica and PASMO cards are making a comeback.
Feel the breeze in Hakone with Japan’s first open-air gondola
Odakyu Hakone has that announced Japan's first-ever windowless open-air gondola will operate on the Hakone Ropeway.
JAL and ANA team up to show off special Expo 2025 planes
A unique opportunity awaits aviation enthusiasts in the ten cities surrounding Osaka International Airport.
Gundam themed aircraft takes to Japan’s skies this March
Japan Airlines (JAL) and Bandai Namco will launch a new Gundam themed plane this March.
Ghibli Park announces one year anniversary spring festival events
Ghibli Park is set to host a spring festival, which will see special events held throughout the park.
Kyoto’s Nijo-jo Castle to be illuminated with stunning cherry blossom art this spring
Experience an immersive art event that blends stunning visual projections with the castle's famed cherry blossoms.
JR East to expand wheelchair assistance services in 2025
JR East are expanding wheelchair accessibility options across all lines from February 2025.