How to Use the Navitime App to Plan Your Bullet Train Trips

When you’re planning your Japan trip, especially if you’re trying to work out things like how long you need to spend in places, how long it takes to get from A-B or whether the Japan Rail Pass is worth it, you’ll need to use one of the bullet train planning apps. One of the most popular of these is called Navitime and here’s what you need to know to make it work for you…

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How to Sleep on the Plane to Japan

Being able to sleep on the plane can make a big difference to your Japan trip. If you arrive feeling refreshed you’re more able to get off the ground running as soon as you land (important when there’s so much to do in Japan), it also makes long flights go quicker and prevents the absolute dread that comes with a night flight otherwise.

The problem is it’s not always so easy…

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How to Get to Osaka from Kansai International Airport (KIX)

Osaka is one of the best destinations in Japan. It is famous for its theme parks, street food, gorgeous temples, and the lights and nightlife around Dotonbori.

But before you can enjoy this cool stuff, you need to get to your hotel – and there are a few different ways to get to Osaka from Kansai International Airport. So, which is best for you? – let our guide help

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