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  • Japan: Get a Japan Rail Pass.

    This pass offers unlimited travel on Japan Railways (JR) trains. A one-week pass is less expensive than a regular round-trip ticket from Tokyo to Kyoto on the Shinkansen. Note that you must obtain a rail-pass voucher prior to departure for Japan, and the pass must be used within three months of purchase. The pass is available only to people with tourist visas, as opposed to business, student, and diplomatic visas.

    Posted by Fodor's Editors on July 26, 2010 at 2:00:11 AM EDT Tagged: Japan, Kyoto
  • Fall Festivals in Japan: From Sumo to the Tokyo Motor Show

    Japan's warm fall days—without summer's humidity or winter's dampness—and dazzling foliage are reason enough to schedule an autumn visit. But October and November are also the perfect time to experience Japanese culture. Athletic events and festivals abound. Here are a few of the top fall events to check out if you're in the Land of the Rising Sun.

    Posted by Stephanie Butler on September 16, 2009 at 10:13:24 AM EDT Tagged: Japan, Kyoto, Tokyo