TOKYO -- The Yamanote Line, which circles the Japanese capital, on Saturday opened its first new station in almost 50 years. Takanawa Gateway Station sits between Tamachi and Shinagawa stations and is ...

TOKYO - The JR Yamanote Line, which circles central Tokyo, will mark the 100th anniversary of the start of its operations as a complete loop on Nov 1. By transporting large numbers of people and large ...

According to locals, stopping at each station along this commuter rail loop is the best way to get to know the Japanese capital. Many Tokyoites will tell you that the best way to get to know their ...

TOKYO -- The operator of a busy Tokyo-area rail line is offering riders up to 4,000 yen ($38) worth of annual rewards points for avoiding express trains during the city's notoriously congested morning ...

TOKYO — One rail line in Japan’s capital is installing machines that will permit passengers to pay their fare with credit cards rather than the usual pre-paid passes. The Tokyu Corp. is placing the ...

If you’re planning to travel to or from Haneda Airport in the near future, now’s a good time to pay attention. Released on March 24 2026, our ‘25 things to do along the Tokyo Panorama Line’ guide map ...