A Half-Day in Ohara: Sanzen-in’s Moss Garden and a Slower Kyoto Walk
Make Sanzen-in the centre of a half-day in Ohara. Allow time for its gardens, the walk from the bus stop and a meal, rather than trying to visit every temple.
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京都の大原で半日過ごす｜三千院の苔庭と、里の道をゆっくり歩く
京都の大原では、三千院の庭を主役にして半日をゆっくり使えます。苔庭の見方、バス停からの歩き方、食事と帰りの時間を残す散策案。
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Local, Rapid or Limited Express? Reading Train Types in Japan
Train names are only part of the decision. Read the stopping pattern and ticket requirements, with a JR-focused explanation of local, rapid and limited express services.
Read article →普通・快速・特急は何が違う？日本の電車を値段と停車駅で選ぶ
日本の駅で迷う普通・快速・特急の表示。速そうな名前だけで選ばず、停車駅と必要なきっぷから判断する方法を、JRを中心にまとめます。
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Hiroshima to Matsuyama by Sea: Ferry or High-Speed Boat?
Compare the slower car ferry with the high-speed boat between Hiroshima and Matsuyama. Include both port transfers, current fares and the booking rules in your choice.
Read article →広島から松山へ船で渡る｜速さと船旅の楽しさ、どちらを選ぶ？
広島と松山を船でつなぐなら、移動時間を短くする高速船か、船上の時間を楽しむフェリーか。2026年の運賃、港への移動、予約の違いから選びます。
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Where to See Autumn Leaves in Japan: Start with Your Travel Dates
Choose autumn destinations by your dates, region and elevation, then use local foliage reports. Mountain scenery and a city garden need different travel plans.
Read article →日本の紅葉、京都だけで決めない｜旅行日程に合う地域の探し方
紅葉旅行は有名な場所から決めるより、旅行日と地域・標高から絞る方が組みやすくなります。山と街の違い、現地の色づき情報、日帰り先の選び方。
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Planning Summer Days in Japan: Walk Early, Pause at Midday
Rearrange your day before adding more sights: an early walk, an indoor midday stop and an evening meal. Count the outdoor transfers as well as the attraction itself.
Read article →夏の日本旅行は昼を詰め込まない｜朝・屋内・夕方で組む一日の過ごし方
夏の旅は、行き先を減らす前に歩く時間を変えてみましょう。朝の散歩、昼の屋内展示、夕方の食事をつなぎ、駅からの移動も含めて予定を組む方法。
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