Japan just introduced a free Shinkansen ride for international travellers — and yes, it’s real. The goal? To encourage travellers to go beyond Tokyo and Kyoto and discover places like Kyushu, where you’ll find incredible food, volcanic landscapes and rich local culture. Kagoshima is now offering a free one-way bullet train ticket from Hakata to Kagoshima Chuo, making it easier (and way more affordable) to explore southern Japan. Imagine speeding past scenic countryside on one of the world’s fastest trains without paying a yen. Would you add Kagoshima to your Japan itinerary? #japan #travelupdate #cherryblossoms #travel #thrillophilia