Having visited all 47 prefectures of Japan, Carissa's next goal in life is to ride all of Japan's sightseeing trains and climb all its 100 Famous Mountains. Sounds like a dream? Check back in 50 years.
JR News: Welcome back SL Ginga! Highlights of the SL Ginga Tohoku DC Musubi Train
JR News: Renewal of Furano Lavender Express & enjoying Hokkaido’s lavender
Summer symphony: 7 Beautiful blossoms to enjoy in summer
The allure of Japan’s railway travel
Summer is here: Get ready for festivals, fireworks, and fun!
Treasures of Toyama Part 2: Mountain marvels and legacies of the land
Treasures of Toyama Part 1: Fantastic fish and blessings from the bay
Oishii Shinshu: Must-try foods that exemplify Nagano’s mountainous lifestyle
Land of mountains: A guide to enjoying Nagano's great outdoors