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Useful information for using transportation in Japan

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21/10/2023

Information for Nostrasia attendees using trains in Japan

Railway transfer guide app

Japan has many public transportation systems, making it convenient to get around. πŸš… πŸšƒ 🚌 But it's also so complicated because there are really so many...especially in Tokyo πŸ˜΅πŸŒ€

The quickest way is to use the Google Maps application to view directions, but there are also other applications for international travelers.

Japan Travel by NAVITIME

NAVITIME is also used by many Japanese people as a transit guide app. The app below was created by its developer for foreign tourists. In addition to railway information, they also provide useful information for traveling.


Prepaid IC Cards in Japan

Transportation IC cards are rechargeable cards that can be used to conveniently pay fares on public transportation πŸš†

It can be used on many modes of transportation such as trains, subways, and buses. Having one is convenient because you don't have to worry about looking at the fare list every time. And there are also many convenience stores and other shops that you can use for shopping πŸͺ

Various names are sold by railway companies, but they can all be used interchangeably.

There are also transportation IC cards for foreign tourists. Please check it 🌸

For those arriving at Haneda (HND) and Narita (NRT)

For those arriving at Kansai International Airport (KIX)


Japan Rail Pass

If you want to travel by train in Japan before or after Nostrasia, the Japan Rail Pass is also a great option.

It can be used for long-distance rail travel throughout Japan. There are three types depending on the usage period: 7 days, 14 days, and 21 days.


There are many other famous places in Japan besides Tokyo. Please visit each place and find many good things about Japan. We hope you have a fun time on your trip πŸ«‚πŸ’œ

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