On this episode of Japan Station, I talk about how I was able to save money on airfare for my latest trip to Japan. I also share how I almost lost money due to a luggage issue and I talk about why regional JR passes can save you lots of money while traveling in Japan.

👉Topics Discussed

How I get the cheapest plane ticket to Japan ever
About smartfares.com
Why you should check how many bags you are allowed to check in on a flight
About regional JR passes and why they can be better than the national JR pass
And much more!

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How I got my CHEAPEST Japan ticket EVER! | Japan Station 183