Getting around

Japan Post accepts 2027 New Year cards from 20 December 2026; post by 27 December for 1 January delivery. Cards posted earlier arrive in December.

From 1 November 2026, Japan's tax-free shops charge full price. You get the tax back only after a customs kiosk check before bag drop, within 90 days of buying.

Sagano Romantic Train's current cars retire on 29 December 2026. Seats go on sale online at midnight Japan time one month ahead; ¥880 one way.

The Yokoo House night tour runs 17:00–18:00 on 17 weekend evenings, 1 Nov–27 Dec 2026. After it, only two boats leave Ieura: 18:40 to Uno, 19:40 to Shodoshima.

The 7-day JR Pass is ¥50,000 online or ¥53,000 from agents; Tokyo–Kyoto–Osaka by Nozomi is ¥28,490. Seven cheaper ways to cross Japan, fares checked.

The 7-day JR Pass is ¥50,000 online or ¥53,000 from agents; Tokyo–Kyoto–Osaka by Nozomi is ¥28,490. Seven cheaper ways to cross Japan, fares checked.

The Yokoo House night tour runs 17:00–18:00 on 17 weekend evenings, 1 Nov–27 Dec 2026. After it, only two boats leave Ieura: 18:40 to Uno, 19:40 to Shodoshima.

From 1 November 2026, Japan's tax-free shops charge full price. You get the tax back only after a customs kiosk check before bag drop, within 90 days of buying.

Sagano Romantic Train's current cars retire on 29 December 2026. Seats go on sale online at midnight Japan time one month ahead; ¥880 one way.

Japan Post accepts 2027 New Year cards from 20 December 2026; post by 27 December for 1 January delivery. Cards posted earlier arrive in December.