The Shoryudo Highway Bus Ticket is a little-known, little-used bus pass for central Japan, allowing for three or five days of unlimited travel on the Meitetsu bus network. The three-day bus allows access to the main cities of Kanazawa, Shirakawa-go, Takayama and Nagoya. The five days additionally include wider access to cities such as Matsumoto, Gokayama and Hiraya (which has connections to Kamikochi). It's a great way for budget travelers to explore the region, as one writer details in his amazing eight-day account here.

The three-day pass costs ¥7,000 (US$65.59) while the five-day pass, which grants more access to the entire region, will set you back ¥14,000 (US$131). For more details about the tickets, including where to purchase them, head over to Super Cheap Japan via the link below.