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: Renewal of JR East Rail Passes, easier to use!
Dancing with flower hats: Yamagata Hanagasa Festival
A dance of 10,000 drummers: Morioka Sansa Odori
Dazzled by 10,000 lanterns and mesmerising balancing acts: Akita Kanto Festival
Seeking spirituality: A “Journey to Rebirth” at Dewa Sanzan
San-sational Sanriku Part 2: Supporting recovery through tourism
San-sational Sanriku Part 1: 3 reasons to visit this rugged ria coastline
Alpine scenery made easy: 4 seasons at the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route
JR News: New rail pass 「JR EAST Welcome Rail Pass 2020」 launching soon