Practical Japan travel guides

Plan your next step with practical guidance and official sources.

• Kagoshima Cruise Port: DIY Sightseeing or a Shore Excursion?

  Compare DIY sightseeing and Kagoshima shore excursions, including cruise berths, meeting points, English guides and the booking conditions to check.

• Sakurajima Without a Car: Ferry, Bus and Tour Options

  Visit Sakurajima without a car: compare the ferry, walking, Island View and local buses, plus tours, with current route changes and return-planning tips.