Tools
Tools for planning Japan properly
Free, no sign-up. Built for the way Japan actually works.
JR Pass Calculator
See whether the 2026 Japan Rail Pass is worth the price for the trip you actually want to do. Under 90 seconds, no sign-up, in your local currency.
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Destination Matcher
Seven evocative questions, then a ranked shortlist of Japanese cities matched to how you actually want to travel, plus the archetype that fits you.
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Seasonal Forecaster
Cherry blossoms, autumn leaves and eight more. See where Japan is peaking and whether you will catch it on your dates, labelled live, forecast or typical.
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