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Japan IC Cards 2026: Suica, Pasmo, ICOCA — The Complete Guide for Foreigners
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Japan IC Cards 2026: Suica, Pasmo, ICOCA — The Complete Guide for Foreigners

Suica and Pasmo are back in stock from March 2025. Welcome Suica Mobile for iOS lets you top up from overseas. From Spring 2026: buy Shinkansen tickets in the app. Works at 800,000+ stores.

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Mar 1, 2026
Japan Transportation in 2026: Suica Mobile, Shinkansen Private Rooms & New GRAN Tenku Train
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Japan Transportation in 2026: Suica Mobile, Shinkansen Private Rooms & New GRAN Tenku Train

Suica Mobile for iOS gains Shinkansen e-ticket support in Spring 2026. Tokaido Shinkansen launches semi-private booths in October. GRAN Tenku train to Koyasan debuts April 24.

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Mar 1, 2026
Owning a Car in Japan: The Real Costs, Shaken, and Used Cars
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Owning a Car in Japan: The Real Costs, Shaken, and Used Cars

Used Japanese cars are surprisingly cheap ($3000!). But beware the hidden maintenance costs like Shaken, insurance, and parking.

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Dec 21, 2025
Riding the Bus in Japan 2025: Fares, Apps, and Highway Buses
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Riding the Bus in Japan 2025: Fares, Apps, and Highway Buses

Buses are cheaper but more confusing than trains. How to use IC cards, pay with cash, and book cheap long-distance night buses.

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Dec 21, 2025

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Taxis in Japan: GO, DiDi, or Uber? Pricing and Tips

Taxis in Japan: GO, DiDi, or Uber? Pricing and Tips

Japanese taxis are notoriously expensive. A comparison of ride-hailing apps, how to flag down a cab, and how to survive missing the last train.

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Balocco
Dec 21, 2025
Bicycles in Japan: Buying Cheap, Registration & Traffic Laws

Bicycles in Japan: Buying Cheap, Registration & Traffic Laws

The Mamachari is everyone's best friend. How to hunt for $0 bikes, register against theft (Bouhan Touroku), and avoid 50,000 JPY fines.

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Support Agent 1
Dec 21, 2025
Is the JR Pass Worth It in 2025? Full Breakdown & ROI

Is the JR Pass Worth It in 2025? Full Breakdown & ROI

The JR Pass now costs 50,000 JPY. Is it still a good deal? Learn how to calculate the ROI and how to activate your pass.

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KidNihon Team
Dec 21, 2025
Shinkansen 2025: Booking, Seats, and Saving Money

Shinkansen 2025: Booking, Seats, and Saving Money

Japan's 320km/h bullet trains. How to book online, the difference between Nozomi and Hikari, and early bird discounts.

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Kid Nihon
Dec 21, 2025

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