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How much does it cost to travel Japan by motorcycle? Detailed Expenses

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Accommodation Food Fuel Activites Ferries & Tolls Maintenance Other Close Other Open Other SIM Card Parking Insurance SIM Card Parking Insurance Traveling through Japan on motorcycle, whether rented or purchased, is an underrated yet excellent way to explore the country. It allows you to dive deep into Japan’s contrasts and venture off the beaten path, […]

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What It’s Like to Travel Around Japan by Motorcycle?

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Japan by Motorcycle: Yay or nay? After several visits to Japan over the past decade, you can probably guess that for us, Japan is 100% worth visiting. But travelin But since you’re here you must be wondering: Is Japan worth visiting on a motorcycle? Or is it better to just stick to public transport? Having

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Ferrying a Motorcycle between New Zealand’s North and South Island

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Chances are that if you’ve made it to the far end of the world that is New Zealand, you will want to explore all it has to offer. And that includes both of New Zealand’s main islands. Which means putting your trusty bike on a ferry. It’s super easy and here is how to do

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Buying a Motorcycle in New Zealand as a Tourist

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The thought of shipping our bikes to New Zealand quickly lost its appeal when we faced the reality of paperwork, costs, and New Zealand’s VERY strict biosecurity laws. Imagine spending a week scrubbing down our DR650s with a toothbrush – no thanks! So, we opted for the next best thing: buying second-hand bikes in New

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Practical Guide to Camping in Japan

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Can you camp in Japan? The short answer is: YES! What’s more, it’s safe and an excellent way to see lesser-known parts of the country. However, camping in Japan has its quirks, so in this article, we share all that we’ve learned about it during our 5-month motorcycle trip around Japan. From finding free and affordable

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Essential Paperwork for Riding a Motorcycle in Japan

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Documents you need to ride a motorcycle in Japan To ride a motorcycle in Japan as a tourist or short-term visitor you will need the following documents: International Driving Permit (+ your original driving license) Visa Insurance (travel & motorbike) International Driving Permit To ride a motorcycle in Japan you’ll need an International Driving Permit

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Best Motorcycle Roads in Hokkaido

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Our choice of the best motorcycle roads in Hokkaido Hokkaido is the northernmost of Japan’s four main islands. After riding around the island for over a month in the summer of 2023, we understand now why Hokkaido is often called “Japan’s Motorcycle Paradise” by the local riders and we want to share with you our choice

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