http://www.japantravel.co.uk/ask Thu, 24 Jul 2008 09:49:23 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Hello, can you please let me know what the maximum age to qualify for a child's JR Pass? Ages 6-11! If your child is aged between 6 and 11 years of age at the time of travel, they will be eligible for the child passes. If your child turns 12 during the ... http://www.japantravel.co.uk/ask/index.php/2008/07/21/japan-rail-pass-child-ages/ Is it possible to use the Japan Rail Pass to travel from Nairta Airport to the centre of Tokyo and what is the best route to take? Yes, with no restrictions! Once you have arrived at Narita Airport, there is still a small journey left to reach the centre of Tokyo and ... http://www.japantravel.co.uk/ask/index.php/2008/07/09/travel-to-narita-airport-with-jr-pass/ What is Tanabata? Tanabata Festival is a celebration of the stars which is held yearly on the 7th day of the 7th month. According to a Chinese legend, the two stars Altair and Vega, which are usually separated from each other by the milky way, are able to meet on this ... http://www.japantravel.co.uk/ask/index.php/2008/07/04/tanabata-festival/ 35.3230556 139.3422222 What images does Japan conjure up for you? The mixture of modernity and tradition, or fashion and the efficient society? However, for Japanese people, hot natural springs , or "Onsen" is one of the most popular aspects of Japan. In Japan, there are many areas where Onsen are abundant and ... http://www.japantravel.co.uk/ask/index.php/2008/04/24/top-5-popular-japanese-onsen/ Recent change with Hand Baggage allowance! It seems that here has been some confusion regarding the recent change of rules for hand baggage effective from 7th January. The general rules have been relaxed for the majority of passengers travelling from UK airports to allow one bag plus a handbag, briefcase or ... http://www.japantravel.co.uk/ask/index.php/2008/02/21/hand-baggage-news/