Official Resources & Friendly Neighborhood

• Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO)
  Your one-stop shop for official travel tips, destination guides, and practical info straight from Japan’s tourism agency.
• Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Travel & Safety
  Official visa info and safety advisories for travelers, directly from Japan’s government.
• Visit Japan – JNTO’s Campaign Site
  A vibrant guide to Japan’s attractions, curated by the government to inspire your trip.
• Japan Customs Service
  Essential rules on what you can bring into Japan, managed by the government’s customs authority.
• Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT)
  Insights into Japan’s transport and infrastructure policies from the ministry overseeing it all.
• Japan Meteorological Agency – Weather
  Official weather forecasts and disaster warnings to plan your trip with confidence.
• Immigration Services Agency of Japan
  Up-to-date entry requirements and visa details from Japan’s immigration authority.
• Cultural Affairs Agency – Heritage Sites
  Explore Japan’s cultural landmarks with info from the government’s heritage experts.
• Japan Gov – Official Portal
  The government’s main site, offering a gateway to policies and travel-related updates.
• JNTO Practical Travel Guide
  A detailed resource for logistics like money, SIM cards, and more, backed by JNTO.

• JR East
  Navigate Tokyo and eastern Japan with timetables and pass info from JR East.
• JR Central 
  Your guide to the Tokaido Shinkansen and central Japan’s rail network.
• JR West
  Explore Kansai and western Japan with JR West’s routes and regional passes.
• JR Hokkaido
  Discover northern Japan’s rail options with JR Hokkaido’s schedules and tips.
• JR Kyushu
  Ride through southern Japan with JR Kyushu’s scenic routes and pass details.
• Tokyo Metro
  Master Tokyo’s subway system with maps and fare info from this government-backed operator.
• Toei Subway
  Complement Tokyo Metro with Toei’s lines, managed by the Tokyo government.
• Osaka Metro
  Unlock Osaka’s subway network with routes and passes from this city-run service.

Friendly Neighborhood

• The Longest Way Home’s Travel Directory: Travel blog and owns an awesome directory & list of travel websites in the world!