Monday, December 10, 2007

Japanese Metro subway last train time

What time does the last train run on the Japanese Metro network?

Usually about 12:30AM!
Depending on which city you are in and what line the train is running on, just past midnight seems to be when last train leaves. It is important to check this information in advance as it really does depend on each train! […]

Friday, December 7, 2007

Immediate activation of JR Pass necessary?

Hi, I will be in Japan for two weeks and want to spend the second week travelling around with a 7 day Japan Rail Pass. Does the JR Pass start from the day I arrive in Japan or can I specify the start date?

You can choose the start date!
You can start using your Japan Rail […]

Friday, December 7, 2007

JR East Pass areas of validity

Can I use the JR East Pass in Tokyo? How far west can I travel with a JR East Pass?

No problems for use in and around Tokyo!
The JR East Pass is available to use for unlimited travel in the Eastern areas of Japan. This includes Tokyo and it’s surrounding areas and also allows you to […]

Monday, December 3, 2007

New Year sunrise and sunset times

Can you please inform me of the sunrise and sunset times in Japan around the New Year period? I wish to travel early in the morning but am keen to have a view of Mount Fuji from the Shinkansen.

Just before 7AM for sunrise!
Hi, according to Time and Date.com, sunrise is at 06:51 for the first […]

Friday, November 16, 2007

New Year’s Day train schedule

I will be in Japan on New Year’s Day, will the rail system run a normal timetable ? Can I expect many facilities such as restaurants to be closed for the day or for several days ?

Most trains unaffected
Japanese people tend to travel a lot over the holiday seasons so you will find that the […]

Friday, November 16, 2007

Narita to Osaka with a JR Pass

Hi there, am I able to catch a train to Osaka on the same day I arrive at Narita Airport and how long will the journey take?

Bullet Train all the way!
You can get a Shinkansen Bullet Train all the way from Tokyo station to Shin-Osaka station in Osaka very easily.
How to get there
First, get the […]

Tuesday, November 13, 2007

Narita to Kyoto train schedule

I will be landing at Narita Airport and want to go to Kyoto by train, how long would this take me? What time would I arrive in Kyoto and what is the best route to get there?

The Narita Express
Firstly, you need to get on the Narita Express which will take you from Narita Airport to […]