Shinkansen – whirlwind travellers

By whirlwindtravellers Mar 20, 2019April 9, 2019

Is a Japan Rail (JR) Pass Worth it?

Japan is not the most budget-friendly country, and a lot of that is due to the costs of travel. The world-renowned efficiency and speed of their train system makes it … Continue reading Is a Japan Rail (JR) Pass Worth it?

By whirlwindtravellers Mar 1, 2019April 9, 2019

Backpacker’s Guide to the Tokyo Train and Subway System

Getting around Tokyo is daunting, exciting, and incredibly efficient all at the same time. Taxis are very expensive, and buses aren’t the most useful unless you’re going somewhere very remote, … Continue reading Backpacker’s Guide to the Tokyo Train and Subway System