Japan by Rail giveaway, cool hotels, and a new anime masterpiece in UK theatres
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One step closer!
 
While full details are still to come, yesterday, Prime Minister Kishida announced that, from Sep 7th:
1) Pre-departure PCR tests would no longer be required for triple-vaccinated travellers
2) Regulations would be loosened to allow visitors to enter on non-escorted tours
This will likely still require a visa application and an itinerary supported by a travel agent or tour operator, but is a strong next step, nonetheless!
The Embassy of Japan in the UK is also currently reviewing its visa application process with updates due on Sept 2nd.
 
Let’s take a look at our incredible Japan by Rail new edition guidebook giveaway, see what else is happening in Japan right now, get some inspiration for later, and explore our Postcards from Japan while pondering this month's theme of 'DATSUZOKU'.
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Catch Yuasa Masaaki's new masterpiece 'Inu-Oh' at special Picturehouse screenings this Sept.
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Take a tour of the BTS Japan references in our special Bullet Train edition of fact or fiction
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Celebrating 150 years of rail travel! Answer our survey and enter our
guide book prize draw
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On the glow

9 places to view Japan's unique and magical summer spectacle: the dancing of the firelies
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Get the lowdown on the best overnight stays along the Mitsuboshi Kaido
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No reason to miss out on traditional experiences whilst on a ski trip!
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The great escape!
Let's face it, we all need a 'DATSUZOKU' every now and again, to shake things up a bit and keep us on our toes. 
 
Made up of the Japanese characters 'escape from' and 'habit' or 'worldliness', it means 'a break from everyday routine' - something we look forward to every upcoming holiday or surprise day off!
It can also refer to 'a life unbound by convention' and being open to new perspectives and discovery. 
 
So, feeling otherworldly? Come and step into the shoes of our Postcards guests!
 
Here's some of what we learnt this month:
1) The UK is definitely missing out by not having ‘genkans’ and being able to wear slippers at work 🏡🥾
2)  Learning just a few Japanese words and phrases makes all the difference when travelling off-the-beaten-path 🏝️💬
3) Even when the world seems to be at a standstill, amazing things can be born and set in motion 🌍
 

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