Categories: rail travel

Eleven Kanto Railway Operators to Launch Interoperable Post-Pay Travel Service Using Credit Cards and Other Contactless Payment Methods on March 25, 2026

20 May 2026 09:00

On Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 11 railway operators in the Kanto region, Odakyu Electric Railway Co., Ltd., Odakyu Hakone Co., Ltd., Keio Corporation, Keikyu Corporation, Sagami Railway Co., Ltd., Seibu Railway Co., Ltd., TOKYU RAILWAYS, Tokyo Metro Co., Ltd., Tokyo Metropolitan Bureau of Transportation, Tobu Railway Co., Ltd., and Yokohama Minatomirai Railway Company, together with OMRON Social So

Ashikaga Flower Park's "Great Wisteria Festival 2026"

7 April 2026 09:00

This Gorgeous Garden Event Dazzles Visitors with Japan's Second Spring Flower Spectacular from April 11 to May 20, 2026.
Move over cherry blossoms! Ashikaga Flower Park, located about two hours north of Tokyo by Tobu Railway, will hold its Great Wisteria Festival or Ofuji Matsuri (https://www.ashikaga.co.jp/fujinohana_special2026/en/) from Saturday, April 11 to Wednesday, May 20. The event, now

Tobu Group's "T-home Series" of Accommodations in Tokyo Just Opened "T-home KEI.

24 March 2026 09:00

With the addition of the new T-home KEI, the "T-home Series" (hotels) now comprises seven buildings with 42 bedrooms total. Depending on the building and room type, accommodations are available for large families or groups ranging from 4 to 12 people. Rooms are fully equipped with necessary appliances, including washer-dryer, refrigerator, cooktop, toaster oven, microwave, etc., as well as tablewa

Learn with Laughter: Walk the “Shogun’s Road” in Sōka-juku with a Japanese Comedian Guide

25 February 2026 09:00

Senbei Tasting, Grilling Experience & Pine Avenue Stroll in Sōka Matsubara.
Sōka, Saitama | 150 min | From ¥15,000 per person.
A unique cultural walking tour blending history, humor, and local cuisine is now available in Sōka City, Saitama Prefecture, located just 40 minutes by train from Tokyo Station, the heart of Japan.
This English-guided experience is led by a Japanese comedian d

Experience creating Kawaguchi's 400-year-old bonsai brand! Why not discover the charm of wabi-sabi and find healing in your daily life?

14 January 2026 09:00

Tobu Top Tours Co., Ltd.will hold a two-day workshop entitled Learn the Art of Authentic Bonsai at a Renowned Kawaguchi Garden — “Mini Bonsai-Making” Workshop. The workshop will run for a limited two-day period (Saturday, January 24 to Sunday, January 25, 2026) exclusively at the futuristic AZLM TOBU Ikebukuro Store, operated by Tobu Top Tours inside Ikebukuro Station.
Senzaimidori: 400 years o

”Nikko Kitchen,” Tochigi Prefecture's New Gourmet Eatery, has Opened Near Tobu Nikko Station

27 November 2025 09:00

"Nikko Kitchen," a new casual-style, locally sourced restaurant opened on October 1, 2025. Situated near Tobu Nikko Station, in the historic city of Nikko, it's just under two hours north of Tokyo. The menu features tasty and aesthetically pleasing dishes, including Nikko Wagyu beef steak and sukiyaki with meat sourced from Tochigi Prefecture's Kirifuki Highlands. They also serve up juicy hamburge

Tobu Railway Group Will Host the Fourth Annual "Take-Akari" Bamboo Lantern Festival in East Tokyo, November 7, 2025 – January 31, 2026

28 October 2025 09:00

Tobu Railway Group will host the "Take-Akari" Bamboo Lantern Festival in East Tokyo -- the area between Tokyo Skytree Town and Asakusa, from November 7, 2025, to January 31, 2026. This charming festival of traditional lights was launched at Ushijima Shrine in 2022. This year, the illumination expands from the Sumida River Walk® to include the entire Kita-Jikkengawa Riverside Terrace area. Bamboo

The 2025 "Aizu Festival" in Aizu Wakamatsu City will be held September 19–21

2 September 2025 09:00

The 2025 Aizu Festival will be held in Aizu Wakamatsu City from September 19 to 21. Aizu Wakamatsu, located in the southwestern part of Japan's Tohoku region, is known as the "City of Samurai." Throughout the Edo period, the Aizu Domain was an important stronghold of the Tokugawa shogunate and one of the most powerful samurai domains.
This festival is themed around "commemoration and gratitude

Launches “TOBU Japan Trip Tickets” – A New Digital Ticketing Platform for Inbound Travellers

19 August 2025 09:00

TOBU RAILWAY has officially launched its new digital ticket platform for inbound tourists, TOBU
Japan Trip Tickets, now available as of Wednesday, 25 June 2025. Designed to streamline travel across eastern Japan, this English-language website allows international visitors to book rail and bus tickets in advance using just their smartphone, removing the need to queue at station counters.
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Tokyo and Around Tokyo: Experience a Luxurious Private Room at TOKYO SKYTREE® with a Dedicated Guide

10 July 2025 09:00

A Premium Experience at the World’s Tallest Tower
TOBU Top Tours Co., Ltd., is pleased to introduce a brand-new premium experience at TOKYO SKYTREE®, Japan’s tallest tower, in collaboration with TOBU TOWER SKYTREE Co., Ltd. and TOBU HOTEL MANAGEMENT Co., Ltd. This exclusive weekday-only tour offers domestic and international visitors a luxurious, private encounter with one of Tokyo’s most breat

The TOBU RAILWAY X COFFEE PROJECT Supports Nikko Tourism and Fosters English Speaking Guides, Through November 27, 2026

18 June 2025 09:00

By facilitating guiding opportunities through its TOBU RAILWAY X COFFEE PROJECT, Tobu Railway will not only be fostering its human tourism resources - a pressing issue for local communities, but it will be enhancing the value of its customer experience. While visiting Nikko with a guide, travelers will also gain an understanding of the environmental considerations taken by the communities. This es

Tobu Railway Announces a Price Revision on the "NIKKO PASS All Area" and "NIKKO PASS World Heritage Area," from April 20, 2025

24 April 2025 16:00

This new price is in line with the revision of discount fares by other Japan travel companies.
(1) "NIKKO PASS All Area"
A. What is included in this ticket?
Tobu Railway discount fare: Round-trip travel from Asakusa Station to TOBU Nikko Station
Plus, unlimited rides between TOBU Nikko Station and Shimo-Imaichi Station and between Shimo-Imaichi Station and Kinugawa Onsen Station
Dis

Charming Ogawamachi Town, in Saitama Prefecture, Japan, Announces Festivals for 2025

9 April 2025 10:00

About 90 minutes northwest of Tokyo's Ikebukuro Station, on the Tobu Tojo Line, Ogawamachi, in Saitama Prefecture, prospered as a bustling town with numerous markets during the Edo period. Often called a "Little Kyoto," it is today designated as "Saitama Prefecture's Historical Model District," where buildings such as Nagaya townhouses and warehouses still remain. Here, visitors can experience lai

Have a Special Japanese Honeymoon Experience in Nikko, Japan, With Photoshoot

25 March 2025 16:00

Tobu Top Tours Co., Ltd. has launched a special 2-night/3-day wedding-honeymoon photoshoot plan in the World Heritage site of Nikko, Japan, just two hours north of Tokyo.*The Plan Includes a wedding photo session and a 2-night / 3-day honeymoon* Special opening offer: Get a 20% discount if you apply by September 30. Original Price $16000 USD, now only $12800 USD
Plan a wedding photoshoot in Jap

Experience the Enchanting 'PRINCESS KAGUYA' Light-Up Event in Asakusa!

11 March 2025 16:00

A brand-new illumination event, "PRINCESS KAGUYA," was introduced in March 2025, bringing a unique Japanese-inspired light-up experience to Tokyo! The first-ever edition of this spectacular event will be held on the rooftop terrace of Asakusa EKIMISE, directly connected to Asakusa Station. From here, visitors can enjoy a mesmerizing view of Tokyo Skytree, beautifully emerging from an artificial se

Introduction of Special Fees for Limited Express Trains During Peak and Low-demand Periods on Saturday, March 15, 2025 Reserved SL/DL seat fees to be modified and flat-rate system for children to be introduced

4 February 2025 16:00

On Saturday, March 15, 2025, Tobu Railway (headquartered in Sumida, Tokyo) is introducing a seasonal pricing system for periods where passenger demand differs, including the modification of limited express fees, to provide comfortable transportation services on limited express trains.
The fees for reserved seats on the SL Taiju and DL Taiju steam-locomotive-powered trains will be modified to ma

Tobu Railway Group Opens Two New Nikko Pass Sales Locations in Central Tokyo: at the Courtyard by Marriott Tokyo Ginza Hotel Ginza Tobu Hotel and the AC Hotel by Marriott Tokyo Ginza.

8 January 2025 16:00

From December 10 , 2024, Tobu Railway Group began selling its Nikko Pass all area at the front desk of both the Courtyard Marriott Ginza Tobu Hotel and the AC Hotel Tokyo Ginza by Marriott. By selling the pass in the center of Tokyo, Tobu Railway aims to promote the purchase of the Nikko Pass to foreign tourists staying in central Tokyo.
As of December 10, 2024, Tobu Railway Group began sellin

Yunishigawa Onsen, Renowned for its Therapeutic Hot Spring Water, Hosts Annual Kamakura Festival

4 December 2024 16:00

Yunishigawa Onsen is a small village nestled in the mountains of Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture. It can be reached by train from Tobu Asakusa Station in about 3 hours. Its relaxed atmosphere and indulgent, therapeutic hot springs await travelers to soothe their bodies and souls.
In 2025, the annual Yunishigawa Onsen Kamakura Festival will be held from January 31 to March 2. Hundreds of miniature kam

Explore Nikko’s Autumn Top Three Must-Visit Spots with TOBU Railway

9 October 2024 16:00

As the vibrant colours of autumn arrive, TOBU Railway invites travellers to experience the breathtaking beauty of Nikkothrough its special autumn train tourism offerings. With the crisp air and stunning seasonal foliage, Nikko becomes a top destination for those looking to immerse themselves in nature. This autumn, TOBU is highlighting its scenic train routes to enhance the visitor experience by o

Tobu Railway Group's Tobu Kogyo Division Has Renovated the Kotoku Cattle Farm in Nikko National Park and Reopened it as of July 1, 2024

2 October 2024 09:00

Brown, Swiss Cattle Grazing at Kotoku Farm
In order to maximize the tourism value of Nikko's "International Eco-Resort," the Tobu Group is enhancing the tourism experience through regional cooperation. As part of these efforts, Tobu Railway's Kogyo division has renovated and reopened Kotoku Farm, a unique cattle farm in Nikko National Park. Cattle grazing is being held at Kotoku for the first t