Two cities that epitomize this balance are Tokyo and Kyoto. Tokyo ... Senso-ji Temple, Asakua, Japan. Just a short train ride away is the historic district of Asakusa, where travelers can step ...

Japan may be known for its network of high-speed bullet trains, but one of the country's trendiest train trips takes around 35 minutes and screams luxury. The Kintetsu Railway's Sightseeing ...

The fastest and most direct way to get from Kansai International Airport to Kyoto is to take the JR West Airport Express HARUKA train. The trip takes about 75 minutes and costs 3,600 yen (about $32).