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Useful tips on travelling to Kyoto and much more / photo by Sorasak

Japan travel tips for Tokyo and beyond

Trains, tickets and tax-free tips – useful info for everyone from first-time travellers to seasoned Japan veterans
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First time in Japan, or maybe you're still only planning a trip to this amazing country? Whatever the case, there's no harm in being prepared. And prepared is exactly what you'll be after reading through our selection of helpful guides on everything from how to navigate Tokyo's train system to where to find free wi-fi and how to make sense of Japan's wonderfully numerous public holidays. We're always adding more tips to this guide too, so keep checking back for updates, whether it's before, during or after your trip – yes, we promise you'll want to come back to Japan as soon as you've left.

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