Japan Tourism Guide
Night Views of Mount Fuji: Best Spots and Timing
A calm evening settles across the Fuji Five Lakes. Vending machines hum, the lake goes glassy, and Fuji turns into a perfect ink-black triangle against a deep blue sky. Whether
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Can You See the Northern Lights at Mount Fuji?
Quick Answer Seeing the Northern Lights at Mount Fuji is possible only during a very rare, extreme solar storm. A big one on May 10–11, 2024 made faint aurora visible
Suica vs PASMO in 2025: Which IC Card Should You Get?
Quick Answer:In 2025, travelers can confidently use either Suica or PASMO—they work almost identically across trains, subways, buses, convenience stores, and many lockers. Pick mobile (Apple/Google Wallet) for instant setup
Japan Tourism Guide
Haneda vs Narita: Which Tokyo Airport Is Better for You?
Quick Answer Staying near central Tokyo? Haneda (HND) is usually faster and simpler—often 15–30 minutes into major hubs by Monorail or Keikyu, plus abundant buses. Narita (NRT) sits farther out
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How Long Does It Take to Reach Kawaguchiko? JR vs Highway Bus Timing
Quick Answer From central Tokyo, Shinjuku → Kawaguchiko is typically ~1h50–1h55 by JR Limited Express FUJI EXCURSION (direct), ~2h via JR to Ōtsuki + Fujikyū Railway, or ~1h45–2h by highway
Japan Tourism Guide
Mount Fuji Sunrise Map: Top Viewpoints by Region
A traveler checks the sunrise time the night before and settles into a simple lakeside inn. At first light, the snowcap turns rose-gold, and ripples on Lake Kawaguchiko mirror the
