Japan’s public transport is so good that you can build a comfortable, predictable daily budget around trains and buses—and treat taxis as a smart “occasion tool” for short hops, late-night gaps, or luggage-heavy moments. The big-picture budgeting mindset If you want a quick estimate for specific routes, you can plug your start/end points into this […]
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The short answer: taxis in Japan can feel pricey for everyday sightseeing, but they’re fantastic for short hops, late nights, bad weather, big luggage, or when you’re splitting the fare with friends. What many travelers don’t realize is that the “starting price” (base fare) isn’t the same everywhere—and even the distance covered by that initial
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If you’ve ever hopped in a taxi in Japan and wondered why a short ride costs more in one city than another, you’re not imagining it. Japan’s taxi system is regulated by region, and each area’s association (under national rules) publishes its own fare structure. Below is a quick, traveler-friendly breakdown of the base fare,
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Last updated: Dec 02 2025 Quick Answer: Three days in Kyoto is enough for a calm, satisfying visit if the days are grouped by area. A simple plan is: one day in eastern Kyoto’s old streets and temples, one day in Arashiyama by the river, and one day split between Fushimi Inari and the famous
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Last updated: Dec 01 2025 Quick answer: For most visitors in 2026, the safest time to see cherry blossoms in the big cities is March 25–April 7, 2026. Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka usually bloom then. If someone comes earlier, they can try Okinawa or Kawazu in February–early March. For later trips, Tohoku and Hokkaido work
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Last updated: Nov 27 2025 Tokyo and Kyoto are the two cities most visitors put at the heart of a Japan trip. One is modern and busy, the other is famous for temples, gardens, and older streets. The good news is that they’re well connected, and the trip between them is easier than it might
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Last updated: November 28, 2025 Stepping out of a Tokyo station can feel like changing channels. One moment it’s quiet shrine paths and wooden torii; ten minutes later, neon canyons and ramen counters. For a first-time visitor, the challenge usually isn’t “What is there to do?” but “How do I choose without burning out?” This
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Last updated: Nov 28 2025 On a spring morning, central Shinjuku can feel surprisingly quiet. Office workers walk out of the station, shops start to open and Shinjuku Gyoen’s lawns sit just far enough away that you hear more birds than traffic. By evening, the same streets are bright with neon lights in Kabukicho, glowing
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Last updated: {21/11/2025} Quick Answer: In 2025, a regular taxi in Sapporo usually starts at ¥670 up to 1,463 meters, then charges ¥80 for each extra 276 meters, with a late-night surcharge from 22:00–05:00. From December 17, 2025, a new system starts with a ¥600 base fare for 1.05 km and higher per-distance steps, so
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Last updated: {20/11/2025} She arrives with a short list. See the big sights. Eat well. Spend less time in transit. Tokyo is huge, but the right base makes it feel small. Pick an area that matches your style and sits on the lines you will use most. At a glance The best areas (who they
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