Japan is a dream destination for travellers who want to make their way around by bike. Not only a country with a unique culture and delicious food, Japan has a great climate for cycling and incredible landscapes waiting to be explored giving cyclists options for urban cycling to rural bike-packing adventures.
From cycling through downtown Tokyo to packing your bike up and jumping aboard the Tob
Exciting activities await visitors to Nikko and Kinugawa Onsen this summer! This is a cultural and hot spring resort area, just two hours north of Tokyo along the Tobu Railway line.
SL Taiju Steam Locomotive
Tobu Railways will begin operating a daily, vintage steam locomotive service from late July. This nostalgic train called SL Taiju (https://www.tobu.co.jp/en/sightseeing/nikko_kinugaw
Tobu Railway announces the latest edition of its guide booklet “Rail Travel in Japan with Tobu Railway” just released for 2021!
(※In four languages including Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese)
The booklet introduces the wonderful, natural, and historical sightseeing experiences that visitors encounter along Tobu Railway routes with information on transport
Promoting Global Unity, Solidarity and Equality ... It was Created in conjunction with its W1sh Ribbon Project and Accompanied by an Energetic Music Video Directed by Renowned Japan-based International Photographer, Leslie Kee.
One of Japan's most popular landmarks, TOKYO SKYTREE, the world's tallest tower, celebrated Earth Day with a colorful new W1SH RIBBON DISCOVER & CONNECT THE WORL
Kawagoe is a Traditional & Lively Koedo or "Little Edo" city just 30 minutes north of Tokyo along the Tobu Tojo Line. The Spring Festival, held the end of March through the beginning of May, is an Annual, Cultural Highlight. [This year, some events may be modified due to COVID-19 restrictions.]
From the last Saturday in March (March 27, 2021) until May 5, "Children's Day," the traditi
With talks of travel to Japan to recommence in 2021, now is the time to plan your next trip. After flying in and enjoying the sights of the busy capital cities, you might feel the need to slow down, take a breath of fresh air and experience some ‘Zen’ vibes. Just a 2-hour train ride on the Tobu Railway from the hustle-bustle of Tokyo, you can find the small town of Nikko sitting on the edge of a g
TOKYO, Japan - Aug. 6, 2020 - Tobu Railway Co, Ltd. announces the Thursday, July 9, 2020 opening of the AC Hotel by Marriott Tokyo Ginza. This experiential lifestyle leisure and business hotel is for travelers who appreciate both value for money and immersive cultural experience. Located in the heart of Tokyo's busy Ginza shopping district, the hotel offers a combination of quality, timeless Europ
In this edition, we present recommended destinations and activities ideal for enjoying seasonal scenic highlights along the Tobu Railway. As well as Tokyo, our recommendations cover the castle town of Kawagoe, around 30 minutes from Tokyo by train, and the natural beauty of World Heritage listed Nikko, two hours from the capital. Each of the four seasons has its own unique appeal for you to discov
Kawagoe has prospered through trade with Edo (now Tokyo) for more than 300 years. The streets of the city, referred to as “Little Edo”, still include traces of times past. Below we introduce a purveyor of eel, a delicacy loved since the Edo Period, and the accompanying soy sauce, long a specialty of Kawagoe. You can reach Kawagoe in as little as 26 minutes from Ikebukuro in Tokyo. Why not visit an
In this edition, we introduce ‘TOKYO mizumachi and ‘Footbridge connecting Tokyo Skytree SUMIDA RIVER WALK', a future highlight of the shitamachi district opening this spring, and a spot by the Sumida River recognized as a great location for cherry blossom viewing since Japan’s Edo period Why not enjoy the food, shopping and accommodation options in addition to the blossoms along the riverbanks?
【Updated on June 2】
"Tokyo Mizumachi" and "Sumida River Walk” have postponed their openings due to COVID-19. Now both facilities are rescheduling to open on June 18 (Thursday).
More Information: https://www.tokyo-mizumachi.jp/en/
Tobu Railway (Headquartered in Sumida-ku, Tokyo; President: Yoshizumi Nezu) is currently promoting attractive waterfront facilities development connecting A
This spring, two luxury hotels are set to open, bringing new accommodation options to Nikko. Here, we introduce The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko, from the world-famous Ritz-Carlton group, set to open in May. In addition to international standards of service, the hotel will be the first Ritz-Carlton to feature a hot spring, providing guests with luxurious relaxation time.
